dor do parto

Parto normal, dor e métodos não farmacológicos: uma revisão integrativa

Resumo: Introduction: The woman and ensuring that this is a unique and special moment. The non-pharmacological methods seeks the reduction of pain and provides episodes of relaxation and comfort for the parturient without the risk of harmful side effects to the patient. The objective of this article is to describe the existing non-pharmacological methods for the relief of pain in labor.  Review: This is an integrative review that raised 35 studies that describe the benefits of pharmacological methods for pain relief in childbirth. Discussion: The pain of childbirth, historically, is seen as something almost intolerable to deal with, being rewarded only for the pleasure of having the child in your arms. This painful sensation differs according to the cultural, social, and biological aspects of the woman, being seen in some cultures as a necessary pain, an initial milestone in motherhood. Conclusion: If within the process of parturition a humanized team work is carried out, guaranteeing the woman's protagonism in this moment and seeking that the non-pharmacological methods bring benefits for the relief of pain and the promotion of the woman's relaxation, we will have strong evolutions within obstetrics and the reduction of traumatic events for the woman in this unique moment of great value. It is emphasized that these non-pharmacological practices bring greater evolutions in the process of parturition if they are performed in a combined way. Keywords: pain relief, non pharmacological methods, complementary therapies, birth work. Expandir Resumo Acessar Texto Completo