Title |
Acupuncture for induction of labour
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Published in |
Cochrane database of systematic reviews, August 2013
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DOI | 10.1002/14651858.cd002962.pub3 |
Pubmed ID | |
Authors |
Smith, Caroline A, Crowther, Caroline A, Grant, Suzanne J |
Abstract |
This is one of a series of reviews of methods of cervical ripening and labour induction using standardised methodology. The use of complementary therapies is increasing and some women look to complementary therapies during pregnancy and childbirth to be used alongside conventional medical practice. Acupuncture involves the insertion of very fine needles into specific points of the body. The limited observational studies to date suggest acupuncture for induction of labour appears safe, has no known adverse effects to the fetus, and may be effective. However, the evidence regarding the clinical effectiveness of this technique is limited. |
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