Comb method for Labor Pain Relief #shorts

The COMB Method for Labor Pain Relief Some women prefer distractions during labor, while others need complete focus. A great distraction tool during labor is a simple comb! How Does It Work? • Hold a comb vertically in your hand and squeeze it tightly during contractions. • This method works based on the Gate Control Theory of Pain. Understanding the Gate Control Theory • Pain Perception Varies: • Our experience of pain is influenced by thoughts, emotions, and focus. • Sometimes, pain feels less intense when we are distracted or engaged in something else. • Example of Reduced Pain Awareness: • Soldiers in battle often continue fighting despite serious injuries, only feeling the pain once the danger has passed. • Pain Feels Worse When Focused On: • The more you think about pain, the stronger it feels. • The Role of the Spinal Cord – The "Gate" Effect: • The spinal cord acts as a gatekeeper for pain signals traveling to the brain. • When the gates are open, more pain messages pass through, increasing pain intensity. • When the gates are closed, fewer pain messages pass, reducing the pain felt. • How the Comb Helps Close the Pain Gates: • The nerve endings in your hand are closer to the brain than those in your uterus. • When you squeeze the comb, these nerve signals reach the brain faster, helping to "close the gates" and distract from contraction pain. Why Use the COMB Method? ✔ Simple and easily accessible. ✔ No side effects or medical intervention needed. ✔ Can be used throughout labor for pain relief. #pregnancy #laborpain #birth #painrelief #naturalbirth #momtobe #combmethod #laborcomfort #birthingtips #pregnancy #laborpain #birth #painrelief #naturalbirth #momtobe #combmethod #laborcomfort #birthingtips