Otaria Exercise for the Influence of 8-hydroxydeoxyguanosine (8-ohdg) in Postpartum Women

Abstract

Objectives: If a woman is in a physiological post partum condition, there will be an increase in the production of free radicals in her body. This situation will be worse if the woman is undergoing pathological postpartum, the production of free radicals in her body will be even greater. This condition is known as "oxidative stress".   Theoretical Framework: Doing Otaria exercise will affect the muscle's need for oxygen, which will increase, meaning it requires strong blood flow like the uterine muscles. By doing postpartum exercises, it will stimulate uterine contractions, so that uterine contractions will be better, the release of lochia will be smooth, which will affect the uterine involution process.   Method: The design used in this research was Post Test Only Control Group Design or post test with experimental and control groups. The sample in this study was 20 respondents in the experimental group and 20 respondents in the control group.   Results and conclusion: In postpartum mothers, there is an increase in lipid peroxidation products, especially 8-OhdG. The 8-OHdG is one of the product compounds of the lipid peroxide reaction which is also used as a marker of oxidative stress   Implications of the research: Research implications: midwifery services, maternal and child health and the reduction of maternal and infant mortality rates are affected by this study. The potential for quality midwifery care in the postpartum period can benefit the health of mothers and their babies. This study allows for further research and collaboration in the future to further reduce maternal mortality in the post partum period.