Labor PainsREBOZONCT07752693
The Effect Of Partner-Assısted Rebozo Technıque On Labor Paın And Satısfactıon In Prımary Pregnant Women
A study testing Rebozo Technique in people with Labor Pains, run by Istanbul Saglik Bilimleri University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
The main objective of this study is to examine the effect of the rebozo technique, applied with partner support, on labor pain and birth satisfaction in primiparous pregnant women. This research is planned as a randomized controlled experimental study. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 49 years, women onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Labor Pains
- What is being tested?
- Rebozo Technique
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 64 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 1 May 2026to 31 Dec 2026
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 49 years
- Women only
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Those aged between 18 and 49,
- Between 37-42 weeks of gestation,
- Primiparous pregnancy,
- In head presentation, the fetus is singular,
- Those who have not been diagnosed with a high-risk pregnancy,
- Someone who understands and can speak Turkish,
- In the active phase (5cm and above),
- The spouse is allowed to be present at the birth.
Who cannot join
- Those who experienced adjustment problems in the study,
- Patients who require an emergency cesarean section,
- Pregnancy with a known high-risk diagnosis (IUGR, fetal anomaly, polyhydramnios or oligohydramnios, presentation anomaly, multiple pregnancy, preeclampsia, etc.)
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Çerkezköy State Hospital
Tekirdağ, 59000
Beyza Halaç Bozkurt, +905074407167, byz.halac@gmail.com
Beyza Halaç Bozkurt
About this study
The main objective of this study is to examine the effect of the rebozo technique, applied with partner support, on labor pain and birth satisfaction in primiparous pregnant women. This research is planned as a randomized controlled experimental study. A total of 64 pregnant women, 32 in the control group and 32 in the experimental group, who meet the sample selection criteria and agree to participate in the study, will constitute the sample of the study. Participants included in the study will be administered the Informed Consent Form, the "Demographic Information Form" created by the researcher, the "Fathers' Participation in Birth Scale", VAS scoring, "Birth Care Guide", "Observation Form Regarding Labor" and the "Birth Satisfaction Scale". Data will be analyzed using appropriate statistical methods. It is expected that the results obtained will contribute to the use of non-pharmacological methods in the birthing process and the support of partner participation.
Read the detailed description
This study investigates the effect of the rebozo technique, applied with partner support, on labor pain and satisfaction in primiparous pregnant women. It is a planned study involving a total of 64 participants. The data will be recorded three times after the pregnant woman reaches 5 centimeters of active labor in the first stage. There are two separate groups: a control group and an experimental group. Three follow-up observations will be conducted in both groups using the defined procedures, and the data will be recorded.
- Conditions
- Labor Pains
- Being tested
- Rebozo Technique
- Keywords
- Rebozo Technique, Primiparous Pregnant, Spousal Support, Labor, Birth Satisfaction
- Medical subject headings
- Labor Pain
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Rebozo TechniqueOther
Rebozo technique is a traditional Mexican practice that involves relaxation, rhythmic rocking, pelvic mobilization, and position changes during pregnancy and childbirth. Theses and research examining the effects of this technique on labor indicate that the rebozo method can contribute to shortening labor time and allow the mother to be more active during delivery. In our study, unlike other rebozo techniques, the aim is to provide "partner support." The rebozo technique will be applied with partner support during the three active phases of cervical effacement and dilation (5cm, 6-8cm, and 9-10cm), and the results will be recorded.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Control Group | No intervention | In primiparous pregnant women in the active phase, routine midwifery care will be applied, and VAS scoring will be performed according to the stages of cervical effacement and dilation (3 times: 5cm, 6-8cm, 9-10cm). |
| Experimental Group | Experimental | The labor process will be recorded in the "Birth Care Guide" by the attending midwife, and routine midwifery care and rebozo technique will be applied. When dilation reaches 5 cm, a VAS I assessment will be performed on the pregnant woman before applying the rebozo technique, and cervical effacement, dilation, FHR, vital signs, head level, number and duration of contractions will be recorded in the "Birth Care Guide". Rebozo will be applied for 10 minutes between contractions using the technique chosen by the pregnant woman. 30 minutes after rebozo application, a VAS II assessment will be performed, and cervical effacement, dilation, FHR, vital signs, head level, number and duration of contractions will be recorded in the "Birth Care Guide". The same procedure will be applied when dilation reaches 6-8 cm and 9-10 cm. Receives: Other: Rebozo Technique |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Labor Pains
The VAS pain score is used to assess labor pain, and pain intensity is rated on a scale of 0 to 10. 0 indicates no pain, while 10 indicates unbearable pain.
Measured: The VAS pain assessment scale is a measurement used to evaluate labor from the active phase (5 cm) to the completion of the first stage (10 cm). The VAS pain score will be used from the beginning of active labor (5 cm) until the moment of birth (10 cm).
Birth Satisfaction
The Birth Satisfaction Scale is used to assess birth satisfaction. This scale is a measurement tool administered to women who have had vaginal deliveries during the postpartum period. It consists of three sub-dimensions and a total of 10 items. The scale is a 5-point Likert-type scale, with options ranging from 0 (strongly disagree), 1 (disagree), 2 (neutral), 3 (agree), and 4 (strongly agree).
Measured: The birth satisfaction scale is an assessment scale administered to women who have completed childbirth, within the first 24 hours after delivery.
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted7 Aug 2026
- Study start1 May 2026
- Primary completion30 Sep 2026
- Study completion31 Dec 2026 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (1)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Labor PainsStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- There are two separate groups: Experimental and Control. Each group consists of 32 individuals. The study includes a total of 64 participants. The experimental group undergoes rebozo technique during the active phase, while the control group receives routine midwifery care.
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 64 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Istanbul Saglik Bilimleri University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Beyza Halaç Bozkurt, Istanbul Saglik Bilimleri University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07752693
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- E-46418926-050.04--582621
- Acronym
- REBOZO
- Status last verified
- Nov 2026
- First submitted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Last updated
- 5 Nov 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: The "Voluntary Consent Form," which must be obtained from each pregnant woman at the beginning of the study, states that the researcher's personal information will be kept confidential, that it can only be reviewed by official authorities when necessary, and that only the results of the study may be published in the literature.
Publications
Iversen ML, Midtgaard J, Ekelin M, Hegaard HK. Danish women's experiences of the rebozo technique during labour: A qualitative explorative study. Sex Reprod Healthc. 2017 Mar;11:79-85. doi: 10.1016/j.srhc.2016.10.005. Epub 2016 Oct 31.
PubMed 28159133
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 5 Nov 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect Of Partner-Assısted Rebozo Technıque On Labor Paın And Satısfactıon In Prımary Pregnant Women
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07752693
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- REBOZO / E-46418926-050.04--582621
- Conditions
- Labor Pains
- Keywords
- Rebozo Technique, Primiparous Pregnant, Spousal Support, Labor, Birth Satisfaction
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Recruiting
- Enrolment
- 64 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Istanbul Saglik Bilimleri UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 May 2026 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 30 Sep 2026 (actual)
- Study completion
- 31 Dec 2026 (estimated)
- First posted
- 7 Aug 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
The main objective of this study is to examine the effect of the rebozo technique, applied with partner support, on labor pain and birth satisfaction in primiparous pregnant women. This research is planned as a randomized controlled experimental study. A total of 64 pregnant women, 32 in the control group and 32 in the experimental group, who meet the sample selection criteria and agree to participate in the study, will constitute the sample of the study. Participants included in the study will be administered the Informed Consent Form, the "Demographic Information Form" created by the researcher, the "Fathers' Participation in Birth Scale", VAS scoring, "Birth Care Guide", "Observation Form Regarding Labor" and the "Birth Satisfaction Scale". Data will be analyzed using appropriate statistical methods. It is expected that the results obtained will contribute to the use of non-pharmacological methods in the birthing process and the support of partner participation.
Detailed description
This study investigates the effect of the rebozo technique, applied with partner support, on labor pain and satisfaction in primiparous pregnant women. It is a planned study involving a total of 64 participants. The data will be recorded three times after the pregnant woman reaches 5 centimeters of active labor in the first stage. There are two separate groups: a control group and an experimental group. Three follow-up observations will be conducted in both groups using the defined procedures, and the data will be recorded.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- There are two separate groups: Experimental and Control. Each group consists of 32 individuals. The study includes a total of 64 participants. The experimental group undergoes rebozo technique during the active phase, while the control group receives routine midwifery care.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Control Group | No intervention | –In primiparous pregnant women in the active phase, routine midwifery care will be applied, and VAS scoring will be performed according to the stages of cervical effacement and dilation (3 times: 5cm, 6-8cm, 9-10cm). |
| Experimental Group | Experimental | Other: Rebozo TechniqueThe labor process will be recorded in the "Birth Care Guide" by the attending midwife, and routine midwifery care and rebozo technique will be applied. When dilation reaches 5 cm, a VAS I assessment will be performed on the pregnant woman before applying the rebozo technique, and cervical effacement, dilation, FHR, vital signs, head level, number and duration of contractions will be recorded in the "Birth Care Guide". Rebozo will be applied for 10 minutes between contractions using the technique chosen by the pregnant woman. 30 minutes after rebozo application, a VAS II assessment will be performed, and cervical effacement, dilation, FHR, vital signs, head level, number and duration of contractions will be recorded in the "Birth Care Guide". The same procedure will be applied when dilation reaches 6-8 cm and 9-10 cm. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 49 years
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (8 listed)
- Those aged between 18 and 49,
- Between 37-42 weeks of gestation,
- Primiparous pregnancy,
- In head presentation, the fetus is singular,
- Those who have not been diagnosed with a high-risk pregnancy,
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Those who experienced adjustment problems in the study,
- Patients who require an emergency cesarean section,
- Pregnancy with a known high-risk diagnosis (IUGR, fetal anomaly, polyhydramnios or oligohydramnios, presentation anomaly, multiple pregnancy, preeclampsia, etc.)
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Rebozo TechniqueRebozo technique is a traditional Mexican practice that involves relaxation, rhythmic rocking, pelvic mobilization, and position changes during pregnancy and childbirth. Theses and research examining the effects of this technique on labor indicate that the rebozo method can contribute to shortening labor time and allow the mother to be more active during delivery. In our study, unlike other rebozo techniques, the aim is to provide "partner support." The rebozo technique will be applied with partner support during the three active phases of cervical effacement and dilation (5cm, 6-8cm, and 9-10cm), and the results will be recorded. | Other | Experimental Group |
Primary outcome
Labor Pains
Time frame: The VAS pain assessment scale is a measurement used to evaluate labor from the active phase (5 cm) to the completion of the first stage (10 cm). The VAS pain score will be used from the beginning of active labor (5 cm) until the moment of birth (10 cm).
The VAS pain score is used to assess labor pain, and pain intensity is rated on a scale of 0 to 10. 0 indicates no pain, while 10 indicates unbearable pain.
Birth Satisfaction
Time frame: The birth satisfaction scale is an assessment scale administered to women who have completed childbirth, within the first 24 hours after delivery.
The Birth Satisfaction Scale is used to assess birth satisfaction. This scale is a measurement tool administered to women who have had vaginal deliveries during the postpartum period. It consists of three sub-dimensions and a total of 10 items. The scale is a 5-point Likert-type scale, with options ranging from 0 (strongly disagree), 1 (disagree), 2 (neutral), 3 (agree), and 4 (strongly agree).
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 5 Nov 2026.
- Background: PubMed 28159133Iversen ML, Midtgaard J, Ekelin M, Hegaard HK. Danish women's experiences of the rebozo technique during labour: A qualitative explorative study. Sex Reprod Healthc. 2017 Mar;11:79-85. doi: 10.1016/j.srhc.2016.10.005. Epub 2016 Oct 31.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. The "Voluntary Consent Form," which must be obtained from each pregnant woman at the beginning of the study, states that the researcher's personal information will be kept confidential, that it can only be reviewed by official authorities when necessary, and that only the results of the study may be published in the literature.
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Referral and contact
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Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Rebozo Technique in people with Labor Pains, run by Istanbul Saglik Bilimleri University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 8 inclusion and 3 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 5 Nov 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Beyza Halaç Bozkurt (+905074407167, byz.halac@gmail.com), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Labor Pains (time frame: The VAS pain assessment scale is a measurement used to evaluate labor from the active phase (5 cm) to the completion of the first stage (10 cm). The VAS pain score will be used from the beginning of active labor (5 cm) until the moment of birth (10 cm).). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07752693, which also lists 1 linked publication.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 5 Nov 2026; AzTrials last refreshed its copy on 7 Nov 2026.