Prenatal aquarobics linked to reduced labour pains
24 Nov 2008Expectant mums who participate in aquarobics classes in pregnancy are less likely to require pain relief during labour, a new study suggests.
Research conducted by experts at the University of Campinas in Sao Paulo, Brazil, found that just over a quarter of women who did aquarobics three times a week during pregnancy requested pain relief when giving birth, compared to 65% of those who didn't exercise.
Commenting on the results, lead researcher Rosa Pereira said: "We found no statistically significant differences in the duration of labour or the type of delivery between the two groups.
"We've shown that the regular practice of moderate water aerobics during pregnancy is not detrimental to the
health of the mother or the child. In fact, the reduction in analgesia requests suggests that it can get women into better psycho-physical condition."
Experts suggest that water-based exercise is generally safer for pregnant women than conventional forms of physical activity as it prevents rises in skin temperature and does not have an overwhelming impact on the musculoskeletal system.
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