Low-level laser therapy for breastfeeding women with nipple pain in the early postpartum period: a randomized controlled trial.

Key Points

• The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of low-level laser therapy in reducing nipple pain for breastfeeding women during the early postpartum period.
• Randomized controlled trial design
• Included breastfeeding women experiencing nipple pain
• Administered low-level laser therapy for pain management
• Assessed outcomes related to maternal comfort and breastfeeding continuation
• LLLT was found to be safe and effective for managing nipple pain
• Participants reported increased comfort levels
• Support for the continuation of exclusive breastfeeding was observed