Oxytocin use and high newborn weight are associated with increased episiotomy risk during vaginal birth
Oxytocin use and newborn weight linked to higher episiotomy risk
This meta-analysis of 17,502 individuals undergoing vaginal birth identifies oxytocin use and newborn weight as significant risk factors for…
New data shows that oxytocin use and heavier newborn weights are linked to a higher risk of an episiotomy during vaginal birth.
Infrared irradiation reduces postpartum pain after episiotomy, but low-level laser therapy shows no benefit
Meta-analysis shows infrared light reduces postpartum pain but healing remains unclear
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 1377 postpartum women found infrared irradiation reduced episiotomy pain, but low-level laser th…
A large review found infrared light therapy lessened pain for some women after childbirth, while laser therapy showed no clear benefit for p…