Laser acupuncture for neck and shoulder pain in breastfeeding mothers
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This study tests whether laser acupuncture—a needle-free, painless light therapy—can relieve neck and shoulder pain in new mothers. If you're breastfeeding and have this pain, this non-drug treatment might help you feel better.
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Who can take part
- You must be currently breastfeeding a baby.
- You should have pain in your neck or shoulders.
- It must be between 6 weeks and 12 months since having your baby.
- You should not have had any neck or shoulder surgery in the past.
- You should not have nerve or muscle disorders (like fibromyalgia) or recent infections.
- You should not have taken pain medicine or had physical therapy in the last month.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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