Ellington JE Author
Subjects of specialization
Affiliation
Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Urology, Physiotherapy, Public Health
BioOrigyn, LLC, Valleyford, WA, USA
Dr. Ellington J E works at the Bio Origyn and is interested in the various fields of Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Urology, Physiotherapy, Women Health and Public Health. He has a good track record in managing and developing local teams and competences as well as in growing a profitable business.
Review Article Open Access
Author(s): Ellington JE, Rizk B and Criso S
Vaginal delivery during childbirth is associated with perineal trauma and damage in most women. Perineal damage during delivery can have significant long-term consequences for women, including decreased quality of birthing experience, persistent postpartum perineal pain and sexual dysfunction, as well as pelvic floor pathology. Many women fear such perineal trauma. In fact, obstetrical perineal damage and its long term consequences are some of the greatest concerns of patients. Even though evidencebased outcomes show antenatal perineal massage (APM) is an effective tool to reduce perineal trauma at childbirth, education of pregnant women about and subsequent application of the intervention remains low. This review details the potential physical
and psychological benefits of APM for... view more»