The Australian & New Zealand journal of obstetrics & gynaecology
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Aust N Z J Obstet Gynaecol · Feb 2007
Randomized Controlled TrialThe effects of acupuncture during labour on nulliparous women: a randomised controlled trial.
Acupuncture is as an ancient system of diagnosis and treatment. It is regarded as a complementary tool for pain management. ⋯ Acupuncture could reduce pain experience, active phase duration and oxytocin units. Patients were satisfied and no adverse effects were noted.