A pregnant woman in pre-partum: does physiotherapy bring benefits?

Abstract

Gestation has generally been an event that provides great happiness for the pregnant woman and the family. Childbirth is an event surrounded by emotions and sensations, especially for the woman and the baby, who are the main figures. This article aims to provide knowledge about the physiotherapist's performance during the prepartum period, pointing out the main benefits of this presence in this period that is extremely important for mother, child and family. In the scope of hospital care, physiotherapy mainly uses kinesiotherapy, hot baths, therapeutic massages, respiratory techniques, walking, vertical postures, Swiss ball exercises and transcutaneous neuroelectrostimulation (TENS). These features seek to provide the patient with pain relief and comfort during labor. A documentary search was conducted through online search on SCIELO databases, Portal of Periodicals of CAPS, LILACS, BIREME and books from the collection of the Faculty of Guaraí, totaling an analysis of 21 documents. At the end of the research, it was verified that the physiotherapist is an extremely important professional in the care of the pregnant woman in the prepartum, labor and postpartum. Through a specialized accompaniment to the pregnant woman, a quality assistance is achieved, increasing well-being for the mother and baby in the gestational period and throughout the process of childbirth.