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VOL. 7, ISSUE 2 (2025)
Effectiveness of lumbosacral massage on labor pain in primigravida women in Kanpur
Authors
Jyoti Katiyar, Dr. Maneesh Kumar Sharma
Abstract
This study evaluates the efficacy of
lumbosacral massage as a non-pharmacological intervention for pain management
during the active phase of labor among primigravida women. Labor pain is often
perceived as one of the most intense experiences in a woman’s life,
particularly for first-time mothers who may lack effective coping strategies.
Given the potential side effects associated with pharmacological pain relief
methods, exploring alternative interventions like lumbosacral massage is
essential for enhancing maternal care. This research employed a true
experimental design with a sample of 60 primigravida women, randomly assigned
to an experimental group receiving lumbosacral massage and a control group
receiving standard care. Pain levels were measured using the Modified McGill
Pain Scale, allowing for a comprehensive assessment of sensory, affective, and
evaluative dimensions of pain before and immediately after the intervention.
The results indicated a significant reduction in pain levels for the
experimental group, with pre-test scores averaging 25.1 (SD ± 5.2) and
post-test scores dropping to 12.3 (SD ± 4.0), yielding a t-value of 12.90 and
p-value of <0.001. In contrast, the control group exhibited minimal change
in pain, with pre-test scores of 24.7 (SD ± 5.5) and post-test scores of 23.9
(SD ± 5.2) (t = 1.3, p = 0.203). Additionally, 86.6% of participants in the
massage group reported moderate to high satisfaction with their pain management
experience. These findings suggest that lumbosacral massage is an effective
complementary method for managing labor pain, enhancing maternal comfort and
satisfaction. The study advocates for the integration of such
non-pharmacological interventions into standard obstetric care practices,
paving the way for improved maternal outcomes during childbirth.
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Pages:27-31
How to cite this article:
Jyoti Katiyar, Dr. Maneesh Kumar Sharma "Effectiveness of lumbosacral massage on labor pain in primigravida women in Kanpur". International Journal of Nursing and Health Research, Vol 7, Issue 2, 2025, Pages 27-31
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