The Wave Comb Acupressure Tool for Pain Management and Anxiety

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But most of these techniques are not proven to provide effective pain relief, the health service notes. For these same reasons, holding a comb can help you deal with pain in other circumstances as well, such as a toothache, cramps in your legs or chronic pain in your body. Gas and air: This is a mixture of oxygen and nitrous oxide gas which you can breath through a mask or mouthpiece. Whatever approach allows you to relax and cope with the pain of uterine contractions can prove useful when the time comes. Legendary Eighties singer sends fans (and famous pals Michelle Pfeiffer and Julianne Moore) WILD as she shows off her youthful looks at 65 - but do YOU know who it is?

The trust acknowledged that the use of a comb is 'not for everyone' and that different methods of easing pain will work at different stages of labour'. These 4 or 5-star reviews represent the opinions of the individuals who posted them and do not reflect the views of Etsy.Author and TV presenter Nigel Clarke says that when he had his first child, he didn't think he needed support as a dad. An NHS trust that had to suspend the use of gas and air has suggested women should squeeze a hair comb during labour to ease pain. The “gate” refers to your nervous system that either allows pain signals into your brain or denies pain messages into your brain. By holding the comb with the teeth pressed against inwards to your palm it can distract you from the pain of your contraction and actually naturally help ease the discomfort of labour.

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Some mamas like the feel of a smooth plastic comb, while others like the natural feel of a wooden comb. By squeezing the comb into your palm it acts as a distraction, diverting your brain so your body can adjust to the pain. The third explanation for why birthing combs work so well is because of “ gate control theory of pain. From a TENS machine to counter pressure, there are numerous natural or drug-free pain management options that can be used during labour.It is recommended that you start off with a lighter grip and as the contractions build you gradually increase your grip into the peak.