Plain-English translation of NCT07168187 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This study is testing reflexology — a gentle, non-invasive therapy where a trained practitioner applies targeted pressure to specific points on your feet — to help reduce anxiety and pain during labor induction. You'll be randomly assigned to either receive reflexology treatment by a certified practitioner or standard care alone. The researchers want to see whether reflexology can make your labor induction experience less stressful and more comfortable.
Labor induction can cause significant anxiety, pain, and longer labor times, which can affect your birth experience and well-being. While early evidence suggests this treatment may help reduce these effects, doctors need high-quality research to know whether reflexology truly works during mechanically induced labor and whether it should become a standard part of care.
If you join this study, you will have a balloon catheter placed to start labor induction, which is standard care. Shortly after placement, you'll be randomly assigned to either receive a reflexology session from a trained reflexologist (focusing on pressure points on your feet) or standard care without reflexology. Throughout your labor, the research team will measure your anxiety and pain levels using standard questionnaires and collect routine hospital data about your delivery and your baby's health.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jul 14, 2026 · Not medical advice
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