Impact of Abdomen and Lower Back Muscle Relaxation on Sleep Quality in Pregnant Women
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https://doi.org/10.58213/vidhyayana.v10isi3.2231Keywords:
Pregnant women, EMG, Pillow, sleep quality, abdomen, lower back, PSQIAbstract
Background: Ensuring proper care during pregnancy is vital, as inadequate care or heightened physical strain and stress can lead to complications. One significant issue during this period is sleep apnea, which can result in adverse outcomes near the end of gestation, including just before, during or after delivery, causing challenges for the mother. By identifying the most supportive sleeping positions, aided by support, can enhance sleep quality for pregnant women. This study incorporates innovative approaches using sleep modifications and adaptations using ergogenic aids, along with Trigno Avanti non-invasive EMG sensors, to promote muscle recovery, improve sleep quality, reduce sleep latency and extend sleep duration. These improvements can potentially decrease complications during pregnancy and enhance the safety and well-being of both mother and baby. Method: This experimental study utilizes PSQI methods sEMG tools. Study Population: Nulliparous pregnant women from the Karaikal district. Results: Pregnant women sleeping in side-lying pillow support (SLPS) positions showed reduced muscle activation and significantly improved sleep quality compared to those in SL and supine positions SS and SSPS (p<0.05) and validated with PSQI, which improves significant increment in sleep quality.
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