Although bed rest is often prescribed for women at high risk for preterm labor and delivery, there are no conclusive studies documenting its benefit A recent meta-analysis found no benefit to bed rest in the prevention of preterm labor or deliverv◼ Although bed rest is often prescribed for women at high risk for preterm labor and delivery, there are no conclusive studies documenting its benefit. ◼ A recent meta-analysis found no benefit to bed rest in the prevention of preterm labor or delivery