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Basic Information
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COMPLETED
NA
40 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2025-08-25
2025-10-20
Brief Summary
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Detailed Description
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The study will be conducted in four stages. First, a childbirth preparation booklet including progressive relaxation techniques will be created based on current literature and expert guidance. Second, the content will be reviewed by a panel of experts to ensure content validity. Third, eligible pregnant women will receive in-person training sessions supported by the booklet and a relaxation exercise CD developed by the Turkish Psychological Association. Lastly, participants will be instructed to practice the exercises daily at home, and the effectiveness of the intervention will be evaluated using validated measurement tools.
The trial will be conducted in Samsun, Türkiye, and will include 40 pregnant women meeting specific inclusion criteria. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the intervention group or the control group. Outcomes will be measured using established scales such as the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) for labour pain, LATCH for breastfeeding, and a postpartum comfort scale. The results of this study may contribute to the development of accessible, low-cost, and culturally appropriate childbirth education strategies in Türkiye and globally.
Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
NONE
Study Groups
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Progressive Relaxation-Based Childbirth Preparation Program
A structured education program including progressive muscle relaxation techniques delivered through face-to-face instruction, printed materials, and a guided CD. Participants are asked to follow daily exercises at home until birth.
Progressive Relaxation-Based Childbirth Preparation Program
This intervention consists of a childbirth preparation program that integrates progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) exercises. Participants receive face-to-face education by trained health professionals, a printed booklet explaining both childbirth preparation and PMR techniques, and an audio CD with guided relaxation sessions produced by the Turkish Psychological Association. The participants are instructed to perform the relaxation exercises daily at home until delivery. The goal of this intervention is to reduce labour pain, support informed mode of delivery preference, and enhance breastfeeding comfort in the early postpartum period.
Control Group
Participants in this group will receive standard antenatal care provided by the hospital. No additional childbirth education or relaxation training will be offered.
No interventions assigned to this group
Interventions
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Progressive Relaxation-Based Childbirth Preparation Program
This intervention consists of a childbirth preparation program that integrates progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) exercises. Participants receive face-to-face education by trained health professionals, a printed booklet explaining both childbirth preparation and PMR techniques, and an audio CD with guided relaxation sessions produced by the Turkish Psychological Association. The participants are instructed to perform the relaxation exercises daily at home until delivery. The goal of this intervention is to reduce labour pain, support informed mode of delivery preference, and enhance breastfeeding comfort in the early postpartum period.
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* Currently pregnant
* Willing to participate in the study and provide informed consent
* Able to attend the planned training sessions regularly
* No complications during pregnancy, childbirth, or postpartum for themselves or their newborn
Exclusion Criteria
* Not currently pregnant
* Fails to complete study questionnaires or withdraws from the study
* Has communication difficulties or cognitive impairment
* Fails to attend training sessions regularly
* Has open wounds or allergic skin conditions
* Develops postpartum complications (e.g., bleeding, infection, fever)
* Has cardiac arrhythmia or uses a pacemaker
* Diagnosed with conditions such as epilepsy or pre-eclampsia
* Has kidney or liver disease
* Previously practiced progressive muscle relaxation techniques
* Is morbidly obese (BMI \> 40)
* Uses chronic opioids, antidepressants, or psychoactive medications
18 Years
49 Years
FEMALE
Yes
Sponsors
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Karabuk University
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Reyhan Aydin Doğan
Associate Professor
Locations
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Samsun Training and Research Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Samsun, Karabük Province, Turkey (Türkiye)
Countries
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References
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Sercekus P, Baskale H. Effects of antenatal education on fear of childbirth, maternal self-efficacy and parental attachment. Midwifery. 2016 Mar;34:166-172. doi: 10.1016/j.midw.2015.11.016. Epub 2015 Nov 27.
Liu K, Chen Y, Wu D, Lin R, Wang Z, Pan L. Effects of progressive muscle relaxation on anxiety and sleep quality in patients with COVID-19. Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2020 May;39:101132. doi: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2020.101132. Epub 2020 Mar 6.
Other Identifiers
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KBÜBAP-24-YL-010
Identifier Type: OTHER_GRANT
Identifier Source: secondary_id
2023/1493
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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