Holy Quran recitation therapy to reduce pain in patient with post-caesarean section

Abstract

A Caesarean section is a surgical delivery involving an abdominal incision that disrupts tissue and nerve continuity, inevitably leading to post-operative pain. This discomfort is a multifaceted experience, encompassing neural responses, physical limitations, and emotional or cultural factors that vary among patients. To address this, non-pharmacological cognitive-behavioral strategies are often employed. This case study evaluates the impact of Quran recitation therapy on pain reduction for a post-Caesarean patient at PKU Muhammadiyah Hospital in Wonosobo. On the second day following surgery, the patient reported a high pain intensity with a scale of 7. As a therapeutic intervention, she was provided with 30-minute sessions of Murottal therapy, specifically listening to an audio recording of Surah Al-Mulk each night before sleep. After two consecutive days of this relaxation therapy, the patient's pain scale significantly decreased to 2. These results suggest that Al-Qur'an Murottal therapy is a promising, non-invasive, and cost-effective intervention. The calming rhythmic chanting not only induces a relaxation response but also serves as a spiritually meaningful distraction, effectively supporting the management of post-operative pain.

Keywords: Caesarean surgery, complementary therapy, holy Quran recitation therapy, nursing care, pain management