An Objective Evaluation of Hypnosis in Obstetrics

Abramson, Milton; Heron, W. T.

doi:10.1016/s0002-9378(16)39171-2

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“…According to Abramson and Heron, a shorter Kala I (3.2 hours) was obtained from 100 hypnotized women than from the control group of 88 women. Of the 45 women with hypnosis during labor (primigravidas), the first stage lasted an average of 4.5 hours, a significant decrease from the 12 hours of early dilation (latent phase) [10]. When someone is hypnotized, feelings of comfort and relaxation will be experienced [11].…”

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“…Similarly, according to the research of Abramson and Heron, 100 women who used hypnobirthing experienced a shorter first stage (3,2 hours) than the control group of 88 women [10]. According to Mongan, 45 women who experienced hypnosis during childbirth (primigravidas) spent an average of 4.5 hours in the first stage, demonstrating a significant reduction of 12 hours beginning with the initial opening (latent phase) [2].…”

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The Effectiveness of Five-Finger Hypnotics on the Exponential Development of the First Stage of Labor in Primigravids

Jayanti¹

2023

j. kesehat.

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Background of the Problem:Childbirth is often something scary, especially for a woman who is pregnant for the first time (primigravida) and is about to give birth (primipara). There are several methods for physical and psychological readiness for pregnant women who will undergo labor, one of which is hypnosis. Hypnosis has been legally recognized by WHO as an alternative therapy. 5 finger hypnosis is able to provide deep relaxation, both physically, breath and mind so that in this state of deep relaxation it can activate the subconscious mind which will facilitate the creation of a relaxed atmosphere, stable, comfortable and happy emotions so that childbirth goes quickly. Objective: This study was conducted to determine the efficiency of 5 finger hypnosis on the acceleration of the first stage of labor in primigravida. Methods:The research design used a quasi-experimental design, namely using a post-test only design. The sample was 15 primigravida mothers with low risk pregnancies, the sampling technique used was purposive sampling. Bivariate data analysis, with testing using the Independent sample t-test statistical test. Results:The results of the analysis of the T-Test test with a value of Sig = 0.000 < = 0.05, this proves that there is an efficiency of the 5 finger hypnosis method on the acceleration of the first stage of labor in primigravida. 5 Finger Hypnosis works by influencing the hormone endorphins or referred to as the hormone of happiness. When the body feels relaxed and comfortable, the brain will secrete endorphins which will cause an analgesic effect so delivery is faster. Conclusion: 5 Finger Hypnosis in maternity mothers can help speed up labor by activating endorphins which are pain-relieving hormones, so this method is effective in eliminating all complaints and feelings of discomfort.

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The Effectiveness of Five-Finger Hypnotics on the Exponential Development of the First Stage of Labor in Primigravids

Jayanti¹

2023

j. kesehat.

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“…He came to the conclusion that hypnosis was a useful and harmless anaesthetic agent. Isolated enthusiastic reports of labours conducted under hypnosis have appeared in recent years in the medical press, but, with the exception of papers by Kroger and De Lee (1943) and Abramson and Heron (1950), no large series of cases have been reported in the English language. It should be pointed out at this stage that in Abramson and Heron's series of 100 cases the experimental group of patients (receiving hypnosis) were each given a mean amount of 103.5 mg. of pethidine during labour, whereas the control group of patients (not receiving hypnosis) received a mean of 123.6 mg. of pethidine.…”

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Hypnosis in Childbirth

Michael¹

1952

BMJ

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“…Several studies indicate the benefit of hypnosis in shortening the length of labor. Comparing 100 women trained with hypnosis prior to delivery with 88 women who had no hypnosis training, Abramson and Heron (1950) found a statistically significant difference in the length of labor. Stage 1 of labor was 3.23 hours shorter for women trained in hypnosis.…”

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confidence: 93%

“…Relaxation, which is commonly an effect of hypnosis, may be an important therapeutic factor in childbirth preparation and delivery. Although their study measured length of labor rather than felt pain, Abramson and Heron (1950) used suggestions emphasizing relaxation, so that labor could be approached with a calm, detached attitude, with no attempt to induce analgesia. As noted earlier, the use of hypnosis resulted in significantly shortened first and second phases of labor for the 100 women in the treatment group compared with a control group of 78 women.…”

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Hypnotic methods for preparing for childbirth.

Oster¹,

Sauer²

Healing From Within: The Use of Hypnosis in Women's Health Care.

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Pregnancy is a highly personal experience that may involve great joy and excitement. It may also bring forth concerns, such as fear of pain and discomfort, body image issues associated with weight gain, anxiety regarding parenting ability, and relationship changes between the prospective parents. In addition, as medical technology has advanced, a woman in today's society typically undergoes a variety of medical procedures during pregnancy, labor, and delivery during which she must manage both physical and emotional reactions.In this chapter, we present a biopsychosocial approach to hypnotic childbirth preparation, which is viewed as being a useful adjunct to current medical procedures associated with pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Hypnosis can be used easily in conjunction with a variety of techniques, such as Lamaze, Bradley, cesarean section, or chemoanesthesia. Valuable particularly because of its noninvasive nature, hypnosis has been used successfully to reduce the use of chemoanalgesia; reduce undesirable postoperative effects for the mother and baby resulting from medication; reduce fear, tension, and pain before and during labor; control painful uterine contractions; enhance postdelivery recovery; increase resistance to fatigue and exhaustion;

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An Objective Evaluation of Hypnosis in Obstetrics

Cited by 33 publications

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The Effectiveness of Five-Finger Hypnotics on the Exponential Development of the First Stage of Labor in Primigravids

The Effectiveness of Five-Finger Hypnotics on the Exponential Development of the First Stage of Labor in Primigravids

Hypnosis in Childbirth

Hypnotic methods for preparing for childbirth.

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