Comparison 8. Acupoint massage versus routine care.
Outcome or subgroup title | No. of studies | No. of participants | Statistical method | Effect size |
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8.1 Incidence of mastitis within 6 months postpartum) | 1 | 400 | Risk Ratio (M‐H, Fixed, 95% CI) | 0.38 [0.19, 0.78] |
8.2 Exclusive breastfeeding (at 42 days postpartum) | 1 | 400 | Risk Ratio (M‐H, Fixed, 95% CI) | 1.90 [1.58, 2.29] |
8.3 Breast pain | 1 | 400 | Risk Ratio (M‐H, Fixed, 95% CI) | 0.12 [0.07, 0.23] |
8.4 Breast engorgement | 1 | 400 | Risk Ratio (M‐H, Fixed, 95% CI) | 0.49 [0.37, 0.65] |
8.5 Women's perception of milk supply (moderate or better) | 1 | 400 | Risk Ratio (M‐H, Fixed, 95% CI) | 1.26 [1.13, 1.40] |