Assessment of Efficiency of the Use of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation in Labor Pain Relief

Conclusion/Implications for Nursing PracticeThe low level electrical stimulation TENS unit reduces the VAS scores relating to labor pain, shortens the period of delivery, has no adverse effects, and its efficiency is independent from other variables. With these features, TENS application may reduce negative effects of severe labor pain on the health of the mother and infant and help pregnant women have satisfactory birth experiences.

Source: Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing - June 4, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Nese Sever, Aygül Akyüz Tags: Childbearing Source Type: research