[Effect of autogenic respiratory training on labor pain. Use of the Vaona algometer]. / Influenza del training autogeno respiratorio sul dolore da parto. Utilizzazione dell'algometro di Vaona.

In our research we have evaluated the effects produced by obstetric psycho-prophylaxis on women previously prepared by us. To carry out this research we used a method of pain evaluation, quickly and easily administered: Vaona algometer, based on the association between the visual analogue and the scale of greys. The results of the research allow us to confirm that the RAT method, applied during labour, thanks to the positive influence on neuromuscolar relaxation and the psychological aspects of the women, induces a favourable modulation on the perception of pain.

Side effects of hysteroscopy.

The Authors evaluated the incidence of complication and side effects of 244 outpatient hysteroscopies performed either with or without premedication or anaesthesia. In all cases symptoms resolved spontaneously or after adequate medical treatment.