Assessing feasibility and maternal acceptability of a biomechanically-optimized supine birth position: A pilot study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In order to manage a protracted second stage of labor, "eminence-based" birth positions have been suggested by some healthcare professionals. Recent biomechanical studies have promoted the use of an optimized supine birthing position in this setting. However, uncertainty exists regarding the feasibility of this posture, and its acceptability by women. This pilot study primarily aimed to assess these characteristics.

Objective and methods

In this monocentric prospective study, 20 women with a protracted second stage of labor were asked to maintain a biomechanically-optimized position for at least 20 minutes at full dilatation. This posture is similar to the McRoberts' maneuver. Maintaining the position for 20 minutes or more was considered clinically relevant and i

SUBMITTER: Bouille L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8432866 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature