ANSiStim Study for Active Labor Pain (ANSS-ALP)
Labor Pain, Obstetric Pain
About this trial
This is an interventional supportive care trial for Labor Pain
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- Pregnant Women on an Active Labor
Exclusion Criteria:
- Cardiac Pacemaker or any other implants
- Psoriasis
- Diminish mental capacity
Sites / Locations
- Fortis HospitalRecruiting
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Experimental
ANSiStim
The ANSiStim device is designed to administer auricular point stimulation treatment over several days. The advantage of using the ear for this treatment is that it provides numerous points for stimulation within a small area. Stimulation is performed by electrical pulses emitted through strategically positioned needles. Three zinc air batteries with 1.4 V provide the required stimulation energy for 96 hours. This constant current source guarantees equivalent stimulation energy regardless of the individual impedance of the skin. The treatment period varies based on the severity of the pain. To minimize the risk of adaption or tolerance to the electrical stimulation, it is applied for 3 hours, followed by a pause of 3 hours.