RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07411352

Left Lateral Position vs Supine Position to Reduce Active Labor Duration

Left Lateral Position Versus Supine Position in Reducing the Duration of the Active Phase of Labor: A Randomized, Single-Blind Clinical Trial

Sponsor

Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras

Enrollment

188 participants

Start Date

Feb 15, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Labor Pain

Summary

This randomized clinical trial aims to compare the effect of the left lateral decubitus position versus the supine position on the duration of the active phase of labor in nulliparous women. A total of 188 participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. The intervention group will be placed in the left lateral decubitus position, while the control group will remain in the supine position. Both positions will be maintained for 30-minute intervals with 5-minute rest periods, continuing until delivery. The primary outcome is the duration of the active phase of labor. Secondary outcomes include rates of cesarean section, use of oxytocin and analgesics, and maternal and neonatal complications.

Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 45 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying Left Lateral Decubitus Group and Supine Position Group for people with labor pain. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include women aged 18 Years to 45 Years.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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Interventions

OTHERLeft Lateral Decubitus Group

Participants will be placed in the left lateral decubitus position for periods of 30 minutes, interspersed with 5-minute rest periods. This cycle will continue throughout the active phase of labor until delivery.

OTHERSupine Position Group

Participants will remain in the supine position for periods of 30 minutes, interspersed with 5-minute rest periods. This cycle will continue throughout the active phase of labor until delivery.