Effectiveness of breast massage in the treatment of women with breastfeeding problems: A systematic review protocol

Loretta Anderson, Kathryn Kynoch, Sue Kildea

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Abstract

Review question/objective: The aim is to identify the effectiveness of breast massage in the treatment of women with breastfeeding problems. The objectives are to identify if breast massage has been shown to: 1. Improve pain associated with engorgement and mastitis 2. Increase milk supply 3. Resolve blocked ducts that are restricting milk flow.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)19-25
Number of pages7
JournalJBI database of systematic reviews and implementation reports
Volume14
Issue number8
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Aug 2016
Externally publishedYes

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