Ear pellets may ease breast pain after C-Section
NCT ID NCT07561099
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested whether ear acupressure (small pellets on specific ear points) plus basic breast care can reduce pain and blocked milk ducts in women after cesarean delivery. 72 new mothers with blocked ducts received either real ear acupressure or a sham version for 3 days, along with standard care. The goal was to see if the ear treatment adds extra relief beyond basic care alone.
What this could mean
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Active substance
auricular acupressure (ear pellets)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to relieve breast pain and blocked ducts after cesarean delivery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 72 participants, so results may not apply widely. The sham control helps, but benefits could be due to placebo.
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Locations
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Department of Obstetrics, Le Van Thinh Hospital
Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam