Table 4.
Type and Frequency of Use of Non-Drug Pain Relief Strategies
| Non-drug Pain Relief Strategy | n | % |
|---|---|---|
| Herbal medicine | 24 | 40 |
| Acupuncture | 16 | 27 |
| Massage | 13 | 22 |
| Hypnosis | 9 | 15 |
| Mental health care | 8 | 13 |
| Dilator | 7 | 12 |
| Physical therapy | 5 | 8 |
| Psychic/paranormal | 5 | 8 |
| Yoga/stretching/pilatesa | 3 | 5 |
| Pressure avoidanceb | 3 | 5 |
| Ice/Cold to vulva | 3 | 5 |
| Homeopathic | 3 | 5 |
| Prayer rituals | 3 | 5 |
| Diet | 2 | 3 |
| Meditation | 2 | 3 |
| Relaxation | 2 | 3 |
| Sleep/rest | 2 | 3 |
| Sex therapy | 2 | 3 |
| n=1 for each of the following: | ||
| Biofeedback, chiropractic, coconut oil, “creams”, digital pelvic floor stimulator, drink water, epsom salts, kegels, mild soaps, positive affirmation, finding a respectful sexual partner, self-help workbooks, stress reduction, washing with water only no soap | ||
a
combined yoga, stretching, pilates
b
combined cotton underwear, vulvar hygiene, and pressure avoidance