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The Effect of Mental Toughness Interventions During Birth on the Pelvic Floor in the Postpartum Period

Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa

Summary

This randomized controlled study aimed to determine the effect of mental toughness interventions initiated during the third trimester of pregnancy and applied during childbirth on pelvic floor-related distress in the postpartum period. The mental toughness interventions consisted of breathing exercises, relaxation exercises, focusing/concentration, and imagery. Pregnant women were randomly assigned to an intervention group or a control group. Participants in the intervention group were taught the mental toughness interventions during the third trimester and received follow-up training sessions at 32-34 and 36-38 weeks of gestation. During labor, the interventions were applied at cervical dilations of 5-7 cm and 8-9 cm. The control group received routine care. Mind-body index was assessed using the HeartMath device in both groups during labor. Pelvic floor-related distress was assessed using the Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory-20 at baseline and at 6 weeks postpartum.

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