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The Application of Hypnosis in Obstetrics
Shilpa Babbar1, Alejandro J Oyarzabal
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Children's Mercy Kansas City, Kansas City, Missouri.
Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology
|July 29, 2021
Summary
Hypnosis may help pregnant women manage labor pain and fear of childbirth. While generally safe, more high-quality research is needed to confirm its full benefits for pregnancy-related conditions.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Background:
- Hypnosis is a relaxation technique often used by pregnant women.
- Its application in pregnancy requires further scientific validation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the existing literature on the effects of hypnosis during pregnancy.
- To assess the safety and efficacy of hypnotherapy for pregnancy-related conditions.
Main Methods:
- A literature review was conducted.
- Data was extracted from case series and various studies.
Main Results:
- Limited high-quality evidence exists for many pregnancy conditions.
- Self-hypnosis shows potential for reducing labor pain and childbirth fear.
- Hypnotherapy appears safe for use during pregnancy.
Conclusions:
- Hypnosis is safe for pregnant women.
- Further high-quality trials are necessary to establish definitive efficacy.
- Self-hypnosis may be a valuable tool for managing childbirth-related anxiety and pain.
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