Physiotherapy in Obstetrics & Gynaecology By mohd. Javed mpt(ortho)-1st yr. Apollo college, durg c. G

Relaxation during labour.

Breathing during labour.

Massage during labour.

Positioning During Labour

• Positions attended during 1st stage are

• Sitting with head &shoulder resting on a table.

• Standing leaning against a wall either facing or with back support.

• Stride sitting across a chair resting the head & arms on the back.

• On all four on floor supported by partner, standing, resting head on his shoulder.

• KEGALS EX. DURING 1ST STAGE OF LABOUR

• These are labour inducing exercise.

• In 1st half an hour –supine to sitting every 5 min.

• In 2nd half an hour – do supine to sitting every 4 min.

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