Health Condition 1: O922- Other and unspecified disorders ofbreast associated with pregnancy and the puerperium
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Therapeutic Breast Massage Technique: The subject will be in a semi-reclined position with the breast properly
exposed for intervention while maintaining the participant’s privacy. The
Sponsors
Dr Ritika Awate
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1) Postnatal lactating women 2) Able to give written informed consent 3) Having signs and symptoms of breast engorgement (pain, swelling, firmness of the breast tissue) 4) Scoring 2 and above on the point breast engorgement scale.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1) Pre-existing breast conditions such as mastitis, abscesses, or a history of previous such conditions 2) Participants with a history of breast surgery (e.g., implants, reduction, or lumpectomy) 3) Women with severe postnatal complications (e.g., postpartum hemorrhage, preeclampsia) 4) Women on medications that affect lactation (e.g., lactation suppressants, hormone therapy) 5) Participants with open wounds, skin infections, or any dermatological conditions on the breasts 6) Non-cooperative patients 7) Medical conditions affecting circulation or requiring specific treatments 8) Women who are unable to give consent or participate due to language barriers or cognitive issues. 9) Participants who decline to provide informed consent or are unwilling to comply with the study requirements.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Six point breast engorgement scaleTimepoint: Pre intervention baseline, Post intervention immediately, 24 hours, post intervention fourth day | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Numerical Pain Rating ScaleTimepoint: Pre intervention baseline, Post intervention immediately, 24 hours, post intervention fourth day | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Ritika Awate
Terna Physiotherapy College
Outcome results
None listed