Efficacy of Acupuncture on Induction of Labor

Efficacy of Acupuncture on Induction of Labor

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of acupuncture for the induction of labor in pregnant women at the 40 weeks + 4 days of gestation.

Women at 40+2-40+4 gestational age were allocated to receive acupuncture twice a week or observation in order to observe the efficacy of acupuncture in labour onset.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Physiological pregnant women at 40 weeks + 4 days of gestation

Exclusion Criteria:

• Fetal or maternal disease