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What is a mobile epidural?

10 March 2009 368 views No Comment

contractionsMobile Epidurals: A mobile epidural is similar to an epidural but with lower dosage. This means that the legs are less likely to be numbed allowing you to walk around. You can opt for a mobile epidural in early labour.

Pros: A high level of pain relief but maintained mobility, more able to push and less likely to need an assisted delivery than with an epidural

Cons: There may still be reduced movement, you may be itchy and have difficulty passing urine, you may still need an assisted delivery, you may still have trouble pushing effectivley

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