Abstract:Objective To investigate the effect of low-intensity focused ultrasound in combination with auricular bean-pressing therapy on lactation after cesarean delivery. Methods One hundred women after cesarean delivery were randomized to a control group (n=50) that received standard breastfeeding care or to an intervention group (n=50) that received low-intensity focused ultrasound in combination with auricular bean-pressing therapy. Results Breastfeeding initiation, plasma prolactin concentrations, the breast milk volume, degree of breast swelling, breast pain VAS score, and the rate of exclusive breastfeeding in the intervention group were significantly better than those in the control group (all P<0.05). Conclusion Low-intensity focused ultrasound in combination with auricular bean-pressing therapy could stimulate breast milk secretion, alleviate breast pain, and enhance exclusive breastfeeding.