While an epidural can be an effective pain management technique during labor, it can also help relax muscles and lessen strain on the body. Experts agree it’s important to support and educate all ...

Getting an epidural during labor was linked to a 35% reduction in severe maternal health complications in a new study, with even higher protective effects in people with preterm births. When you ...

Medicare may cover epidural steroid injections for pain management when the pain is severe, caused by specific conditions, and lasts over 4 weeks despite other treatment. An epidural steroid injection ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Some women who get epidural anesthesia during childbirth may have difficulty with breastfeeding in the short- and long-term, a new study suggests. Specifically, researchers ...