Abstract:Background: Postpartum perineal pain is a distressing complaint affecting more than one fifth of women worldwide for about 10 days after normal vaginal delivery. It is always a nuisance to the new mother and can limit her mobility and quality of life which could have a negative impact on mother's adaptation to her new role. Aim: Evaluate the effect of acupressure applied to BL23 points versus crushed ice application on postpartum perineal pain intensity. Methods: A quasi-experimental research design was used. … Show more
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