If the pain is too severe, seek medical advice, as severe contractions can reduce blood flow to the uterus causing other problems later. (newkidscenter.com)
Similarly, antispasmodic drugs can reduce severe contraction of abdominal and chest muscles, thus inhibits vomiting. (dog-health-handbook.com)
If experiencing severe contractions or the intense pain that occurs with back labor, the warmth of the water can help soothe a laboring mother's sore muscles. (checkpregnancy.com)