Abstract
Obstetricians’ and physiotherapists' views of ante-natal childbirth preparation classes were examined by means of a postal questionnaire. Responses of 108 obstetricians and 57 physiotherapists revealed some marked differences in perceptions of childbirth classes offered by physiotherapists. In general physiotherapists' views were most favourable while obstetricians views were less so. Differences between physiotherapists’ and obstetricians’ views regarding the relevance of, and emphasis placed on, topics in childbirth preparation courses were also revealed. Data must, however, be viewed with caution due to the low response rate obtained.
Highlights
While much has been written on the historical rift that- has developed between doctors and midwives over the past century or even lon g er'’, few empirical studies appear .to have been conducted exploring the specific param eters of these differences
South African Society of Physiotherapy, (OASASP) emerged Jas a result of perceived differences of opinions between obstetricians and physiotherapists regarding the value of ante-natal childbirth preparation classes
Reports submitted to the OASASP from physiotherapists suggested that obstetricians were perceived as having somewhat negative views towards ante-natal preparation courses run by physiotherapists
Summary
While much has been written on the historical rift that- has developed between doctors and midwives over the past century or even lon g er'’ , few empirical studies appear .to have been conducted exploring the specific param eters of these differences. South African Society of Physiotherapy, (OASASP) emerged Jas a result of perceived differences of opinions between obstetricians and physiotherapists regarding the value of ante-natal childbirth preparation classes. Reports submitted to the OASASP from physiotherapists suggested that obstetricians were perceived as having somewhat negative views towards ante-natal preparation courses run by physiotherapists. Such perceptions were based on an apparent lack of support by obstetricians for their patients' attendance at courses. A survey of the views of both obstetricians and physiotherapists towards physiotherapist run childbirth preparation classes was undertaken to ascertain the validity and extent of the perceived differences of opinion. It was hoped that possible problem areas regarding childbirth education courses would be highlighted by the survey as well as any perceived inadequacies in the preparation of couples for childbirth
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