The Wave Comb Acupressure Tool for Pain Management and Anxiety

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If mama wishes to labour/birth in water, she will need to remove her tens but thankfully will have this tool as a constant support during contractions A practitioner will help you learn where and how to apply pressure. They will also go over important safety information and help you choose a comb that’s right for you. US-based birth photography company Fox Valley Birth and Baby shared a photo of a labouring woman gripping not only her birth partner but a simple hair comb. When you hold a comb, keep the teeth pointing just below where your fingers meet your palm. When you feel a contraction coming, close your fist around the comb and let the teeth press into your palm. Use as much or as little pressure — whatever feels the best to you.

By purchasing this comb you are directly supporting another small family rather than a large corporation who mass produces products - woo! The Laogong accupressure point is located where the tip of your middle finger touches the palm when you make a fist. When you squeeze the teeth of the comb into your palm, it puts pressure on this point. This point helps to reduce inflammation and ease anxiety.

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In addition, The Wave Comb’s wave-like edge provides added comfort during use, as it conforms to the natural curves and contours of the hand. This ergonomic design makes it easier to use the comb for extended periods without causing fatigue or discomfort. A birthing comb is one pain management tool that is best used in combination with other ways to stay calm and reduce your pain perception. Also consider using breathing exercises, hypnobirthing, meditations and visualization. It’s impossible to know exactly what you’ll experience during childbirth even if you’ve given birth before. Nursing and Midwifery Council regulations stipulate that staff must “make sure any information or advice given is evidence-based, including relating to any health and care products and services”. ‘Pseudoscience’ It had to suspend the use of Entonox, or gas and air, in July owing to concerns about the effects on midwives from prolonged exposure caused by poor ventilation.

Some PBS medications are restricted and require prior approval from Medicare before a doctor is able to prescribe them on the PBS. This prior approval to prescribe grants the doctor the Authority to prescribe the desired medicine and have it funded under the PBS. Natural Pain Relief: The perfect tool to help you say goodbye to harsh pharmaceuticals and hello to natural pain management during labor. Encourages a natural and holistic approach to childbirth. Our labor comb is convenient and compact, making it perfect for use anywhere and providing you with a sense of comfort and connection to the childbirth process. Here’s what experts have to say about activating pressure points during labor and how it may help you. What is acupressure?

It was reinstated on Sept 22 after new equipment and training for staff was put in place, according to board papers. ‘Distraction’ Acupressure is a natural way to help manage pain during labor, and using an acupressure comb is one way to apply pressure to certain points on the body.

They continued to explain that it also plays into the gate control pain theory: "this theory states that the brain can only focus on a select number of sensations.Recommendations: Talking with other people who have used birthing combs during their own birth experiences is probably the best thing you can do if you want to figure out which comb to buy. Although everyone’s experience is different, word of mouth is always helpful.