EPI-NO Childbirth & Pelvic Floor Trainer

German innovation making Natural Childbirth easier 

EPI-NO training reduces the risks of tearing, and episiotomy (stitches) during natural childbirth. German studies show a reduction in the length of labour, decreased anxiety in first-time mothers, and better APGAR scores for their babies.    

EPI-NO Delphine Plus has two functions

Firstly, used early in pregnancy, EPI-NO strengthens the pelvic floor muscles to improve weight bearing and control during the delivery. Secondly, after Week 36 the exercises switch to the perineum, gently and progressively stretching in the same way as an athlete will train for muscle tissue elasticity to avoid an injury. Following the birth, pelvic floor muscle exercises start again to restore strength, vaginal tone, and bladder control.

EPI-NO is available in selected Pharmacies and direct On-line

In Australia, EPI-NO is available in 200 pharmacies, or direct from Starnberg Medical securely on-line, and by calling    1300 737 972. Starnberg Med ship by Express Post within 48hrs of receiving an order. Customers in Asia should visit our Asia & Expatriate Sales Page. EPI-NO is available to all Asian destinations from Australia or our Hong Kong office. New Zealand customers visit www.babyshop.co.nz

Who benefits from EPI-NO training?

In Australia, we estimate that nearly half of all women using EPI-NO have already had a baby and previously experienced a difficult birth using traditional preparation methods. Although Clinical Trials in Germany and Australia have focused on outcomes for first time mothers, EPI-NO can help women prepare for their second or subsequent baby. EPI-NO has been used by VBACs (Vaginal Birth after Caesarean).

First Australian Clinical Trial,  Melbourne 2004

EPI-NO has been clinically tested in a Trial of Perineal Outcomes at Box Hill Hospital, Birralee Birthing Unit, Melbourne. The Trial concluded that "the use of the device (EPI-NO) is beneficial in decreasing damage to the perineum during vaginal delivery" Trial results were published in ANZJOG 2004; 44:347-348. "The EPI-NO device should be offered as an option to all primigravidae (first time mothers) to use during the late third trimester" Prof. Gabor T. Kovacs. Box Hill Medical School. Victoria.    

Second Australian Clinical Trial currently underway

A second Australian Clinical Trial is studying the potential protective effect of EPI-NO training on the pelvic floor during pregnancy. The combined RPA Hosptal, Sydney and Nepean Hospital, Penrith based Trial involves 200 expectant mothers will conclude in late 2008.                                             

Health Care Professionals

Request an EPI-NO Delphine Plus Clinical Information Pack or patient brochures by calling 1300 737 972 or by emailing us at info@starnbergmed.com.