Safety of Vojta's reflex locomotion in term pregnancy: a randomized controlled pilot study of uterine activity and labor onset.

ABSTRACT: The Vojta's method (VRL) is a neurophysiological rehabilitation method used to support and induce reflex responses of locomotor and vegetative systems. It uses involuntary motor reaction of the body during pressure stimulation of so-called trigger zones. Pregnancy is currently considered a contraindication for the use of VRL due to the potential risk of inducing regular uterine activity and, consequently, triggering labor. The aim of the study is to evaluate changes in uterine activity during Vojta's reflex locomotion and to determine whether the method is associated with the induction of labor. Secondary goal is to assess its safety in term pregnancy and its potential use for rehabilitative purposes. This single-center, single-blinded, parallel-group randomized controlled pilot trial incl

SUBMITTER: Milan M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12808321 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature