Effect of Ice Pack Massage in Reducing Labor Pain Perception During the First Stage of Labour Among Primi Mothers in a Selected Hospital in Chennai.

Background: The perception of labor pain is a significant factor affecting the childbirth experience for Primi mothers. Effective pain management strategies, particularly non-pharmacological methods such as ice pack massage, are increasingly recognized for their potential benefits. Aim: The present study aimed to evaluate effect of Ice Pack Massage in Reducing Labour Pain Perception During the First Stage of Labour Among Primi Mothers in a Selected Hospital in Chennai. Methods: A total of 60 Primi mothers participating in this study were randomly distributed between experimental and control groups that included thirty mothers each. The researcher conducted convenient sampling for participants who matched the study requirements. Results: The results showed a a significant change in pain perception was observed in the experimental group of Primi mothers between pre-test and post-test assessments (t = 7.82, P = 0.001). Conclusions: The results suggest that ice pack massage is an effective non-pharmacological technique for alleviating labor pain. The study concludes that it significantly reduces the perception of pain during labor.