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Transcutaneous Nerve Electrostimulation (TENS) in Pain Relief During Labor: A Scope Review
Carla Cristina Silveira Dos Reis1, Leandro da Cunha Dias1, Lorena Bezerra Carvalho1
1Fundação de Ensino e Pesquisa em Ciências da Saúde (FEPECS), Escola Superior de Ciências da Saúde, Brasília, DF, Brazil.
Summary
Transcutaneous nerve electrostimulation (TENS) effectively reduces labor pain. This scoping review found positive results for TENS as a non-pharmacological pain relief method during childbirth.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Pain Management
- Neurology
Background:
- Labor pain is a significant concern for birthing individuals.
- Non-pharmacological pain relief methods are increasingly sought after.
- Transcutaneous nerve electrostimulation (TENS) is a potential non-pharmacological option.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a scoping review of evidence on TENS for pain relief during labor.
- To map the existing research on TENS effectiveness in childbirth.
Main Methods:
- Scoping review methodology employed.
- Searched PubMed, LILACS, Cochrane, VHL, PEDRO, and SciELO databases.
- Used keywords: "transcutaneous electric stimulation" and "obstetric labor" and synonyms.
Main Results:
- 263 studies identified, 54 duplicates removed, 24 articles reviewed, 6 studies included.
- All 6 included studies assessed pain reduction using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS).
Conclusions:
- TENS demonstrates positive outcomes for labor pain relief.
- TENS is a viable non-pharmacological strategy for managing childbirth pain.
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