The comparison of effectiveness of acupressure on Spleen 6 and Hugo points on the severity of postpartum pain: A randomized clinical trial

Saba Mohamadghasem‐Nejad Maleki; Sousan Heydarpour; Rojin Nikrai; Fateme Heydarpour

doi:10.1002/hsr2.2265

journal article Open Access Jul 01, 2024

The comparison of effectiveness of acupressure on Spleen 6 and Hugo points on the severity of postpartum pain: A randomized clinical trial

Saba Mohamadghasem‐Nejad Maleki Sousan Heydarpour

Rojin Nikrai Fateme Heydarpour

Health Science Reports Vol. 7 No. 7 · Wiley

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Abstract

AbstractBackground and aimsPostpartum pain poses a significant challenge for new mothers. Various nonpharmacological methods are employed to manage postpartum pain. This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of acupressure on Spleen 6 and Hugo points on the severity of postpartum pain.MethodsIn this parallel randomized trial study, 68 eligible primiparous women who had vaginal deliveries and experienced postpartum pain at Farabi Hospital in Malekan (a city in East Azarbaijan Province in Iran) were selected according to inclusion/exclusion criteria and then allocated to the Hugo (n = 34) and Spleen 6 (n = 34) acupressure groups using a randomized block design (six blocks). The data collection process took place from November 2022 to April 2023. The participants were blinded; however, the analysts and investigators were not blinded. Acupressure interventions were applied bilaterally for 20 min, consisting of 10 s of pressure followed by 2 s of rest. Pain intensity was assessed using a visual pain scale before, immediately after, and 1 h after the intervention. In total, 68 participants fulfilled the study. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences version 25 with chi‐square, Mann–Whitney, and Friedman tests.ResultsBoth groups exhibited a statistically significant reduction in postpartum pain intensity across all periods (p < 0.001). Although there was a significant difference in pain intensity between the groups before the intervention (p = 0.039), this distinction was not observed immediately and 1 h after the intervention (p ≥ 0.05). Both Hugo and Spleen's 6 acupressure interventions reduced postpartum pain intensity. No significant adverse events or side effects were observed.ConclusionAcupressure on Spleen 6 and Hugo points helped decrease the severity of postpartum pain in primiparous women who had vaginal deliveries. Healthcare providers are encouraged to consider acupressure for postpartum pain management.

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Published: Jul 01, 2024
Vol/Issue: 7(7)
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Authors

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Saba Mohamadghasem‐Nejad Maleki

Student Research Committee Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences Kermanshah Iran

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Sousan Heydarpour

Department of Reproductive Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences Kermanshah Iran

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Rojin Nikrai

Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Research Center, Shohada‐e Tajrish Hospital, School of Medicine Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences Tehran Iran

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Fateme Heydarpour

Social Development & Health Promotion Research Center, Health Institute Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences Kermanshah Iran

Funding

Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences Award: 4010437

Cite This Article

Saba Mohamadghasem‐Nejad Maleki, Sousan Heydarpour, Rojin Nikrai, et al. (2024). The comparison of effectiveness of acupressure on Spleen 6 and Hugo points on the severity of postpartum pain: A randomized clinical trial. Health Science Reports, 7(7). https://doi.org/10.1002/hsr2.2265

The comparison of effectiveness of acupressure on Spleen 6 and Hugo points on the severity of postpartum pain: A randomized clinical trial

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