Therapeutic Ultrasound Alone and Associated with Lymphatic Drainage in Women with Breast Engorgement: A Clinical Trial.

Breast engorgement (BE) is a problem that affects many women, especially in the first days of breastfeeding, producing inflammatory symptoms. Nonpharmacological therapies are inexpensive, safe, and can produce symptom relief. This study aims to analyze the safety of therapeutic ultrasound regarding possible risks of overheating and the effects of its use alone and associated with lymphatic drainage (LD) in women.