Use of a Maternity Support Binder for Relief of Pregnancy-Related Back Pain
Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic & Neonatal NursingPublished 1 July 2003
Catherine Carr
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The use of a support binder for pregnancy-related low back pain is a promising intervention and was well-accepted by the participants.
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The use of a support binder for pregnancy-related low back pain is a promising intervention and was well-accepted by the participants.
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