Effectiveness of acupressure therapy against nausea and vomiting in pregnancy
Midwifery Study Program, Faculty of Medicine, Airlangga University, Surabaya, Indonesia.
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 21(01), 1319–1324
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.21.1.0153
Publication history:
Received on 01 December 2023; revised on 10 January 2024; accepted on 13 January 2024
Abstract:
Background: Nausea and vomiting, commonly known as morning sickness, pose significant discomfort and distress to many expectant mothers during early pregnancy stages. While various remedies and medications exist, concerns regarding their safety and potential side effects prompt exploration into alternative therapies. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of acupressure therapy in reducing the symptoms of nausea and vomiting in pregnant women. The research involved a group of pregnant women divided into several groups. The effectiveness of the therapy was assessed by monitoring the frequency and severity of nausea and vomiting before and after the intervention. The results of this study indicate that acupressure therapy significantly reduces the symptoms of nausea and vomiting in pregnant women compared to the placebo group. Thus, acupressure therapy can be an effective and safe approach to managing nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, improving the quality of life for pregnant women, and promoting a more natural and sustainable treatment approach during pregnancy.
Objectives: To review the effectiveness of acupressure therapy against nausea and vomiting in pregnancy.
Conclusion: Acupressure treatment effectively targets the neiguan point (P6) and ST 36. This therapy involves applying pressure using the thumb's tip with duration for administering acupressure at the P6 point with the thumb is 2-10 minutes, four times daily: upon waking in the morning, during the afternoon, in the evening, and before bedtime, spanning over 3-7 days. Initially, gentle pressure is applied, gradually increasing without causing discomfort to the patient.
Keywords:
Acupressure; Nausea; Vomiting; Pregnancy; Alternative Medicine
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