Have you heard of the gate control theory of pain? Did you know that epidurals are only one of many options for pain relief during labor? While epidurals provide the most complete and reliable form of pain relief, patients and providers should know which alternatives are safe and effective.

In a Q&A style, Dr. M and experienced labor & delivery nurse Cher Buckley, RN, explore the benefits and drawbacks of the five most common forms of labor analgesia.

Topics covered:

Intravenous opiates 
Inhaled nitrous oxide 
Walking epidurals 
Regular epidurals 
Non pharmacologic options: TENS, sterile water injections, massage & the gate control theory of pain!


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