Effect of Perineal Cryotherapy on Episiotomy

Effect of Perineal Cryotherapy on Episiotomy- Associated Pain Among Postpartum Women

The present study aims to evaluate the effect of perineal cryotherapy on episiotomy- associated pain among postpartum women.

The study hypothesis: Post-partum women who apply perineal cryotherapy have lower level of episiotomy- associated pain than those who don't apply.

The present study included postpartum mothers who are in a good health immediately after giving delivery, having an episiotomy and a normal vaginal birth of a single, full term, healthy baby with normal weight and vertex presentation.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Postpartum mothers who are in a good health immediately after giving delivery.
• Having an episiotomy and a normal vaginal birth.
• Having a vaginal birth at full term.
• The delivery of a healthy single fetus having normal weight and vertex presentation.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Women who are experiencing labor or complications after giving birth, such as hemorrhage, a tear, or a cut in the perineum.