Sacral region massage as an alternative to the urinary catheter used to prevent urinary retention after cesarean delivery.

Objective: The aim of the study was to determine the effect of massage to the sacral region after cesarean delivery instead of employing a urinary catheter for the prevention of urinary retention.

Study Design: Cross sectional study.

Material And Methods: This interventional study population consisted of 60 women who were divided into two intervention groups and one control group.