Impact of kinesio taping on breastfeeding behavior, acute pain, and comfort in C-section women

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Created On: 15/12/2023

This study aimed to examine the influence of kinesio taping (KT) on acute pain, comfort, and breastfeeding behavior in women who have undergone a cesarean delivery.

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Key take away

Kinesio taping technique is effective in minimizing pain after cesarean section, boosting breastfeeding self-efficacy, and enhancing comfort.

Background

This study aimed to examine the influence of kinesio taping (KT) on acute pain, comfort, and breastfeeding behavior in women who have undergone a cesarean delivery.

Method

This research involved a randomized, single-blinded trial. A total of 48 women were randomly divided into two groups: the KT group (n = 24) and the control group (n = 24). The intervention group received KT on both breasts and rectus abdominis muscles eight hours postpartum. Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), LATCH (Breastfeeding Charting System and Documentation Tool), Postpartum Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale (PBSES), and Postpartum Comfort Scale were administered to both groups on the 0th, 1st, and 2nd days after surgery. Analysis of data was done utilizing descriptive statistics, the Friedman test, the independent samples t-test, and the Chi-square test.

Result

In comparison with the control group, the KT group experienced a significant reduction in pain levels (χ2 = 67.225), an increase in breastfeeding self-efficacy (F = 221.940), and an improvement in postpartum comfort levels (χ2 = 36.432).

Conclusion

During the initial postoperative period, KT exhibited a significant impact on pain management, breastfeeding success, and enhanced comfort levels in women who had undergone cesarean sections when compared to the control group. Hence, this technique can be safely incorporated into clinical practice to boost pain control, breastfeeding success, and comfort after c-section.