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Physiotherapy for Mastitis and Conditions of the Lactating Breast.


Painful, red, engorged breast? Flu-like aches and feverish chills? Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast tissue that results in these symptoms and more. Combined with the stress of caring for a baby and coping with sleep deprivation, mastitis is a daunting issue for new mums that develops quickly.
Womankind physiotherapy offers same day clinic or mobile service to your home to treat mastitis. 
​Please let us know when you call that it is regarding mastitis or a breastfeeding condition so we can prioritise you seeing a physio within 24hours of your call.

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Conditions we treat

  • Mastitis
  • Blocked ducts
  • White Spot/Milk Blebs
  • Breast Abscess
  • Nipple Trauma/Cracked Nipples
  • Help with manual and pump expressing
  • Biological Nurturing/Breast Crawl/Baby led attachment
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Treatment

  • Therapeutic Ultrasound
  • Lymphatic Drainage techniques
  • Appropriate compression/support garments
  • Kinesiotape
  • Preventative Education
  • White spot management
  • Advice on breastfeeding positions
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Research

Womankind Physiotherapy is at the forefront of physiotherapy treatment for mastitis and conditions of the lactating breast. Kym Veale teachers at Melbourne University and on the APA accredited course 'The Lactating Breast for Physiotherapists' which educates physiotherapists in treating mastitis and lactating breast conditions.
Womankind Physiotherapy participates in research projects to further develop lactating breast best practice and evidence based management.

​Ultrasound For Mastitis

Is your breast painful, red, warm to the touch, and engorged? Are you suffering from flu-like aches, feverish chills, or a continuous burning sensation in the breast or when feeding? Do you have a fever of 38.3 degrees Celsius or greater? Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast tissue that develops quickly and results in these symptoms. The condition is a daunting issue for new mums when combined with the stress of caring for a baby and coping with sleep deprivation. We can help. Contact us to book an urgent appointment to receive ultrasound treatment for mastitis or blocked ducts at our Eltham or Yarrambat clinics in the Melbourne area.

Why book your appointment to receive ultrasound for mastitis with us 

​Our skilled, certified, and experienced physios participate in research projects to expand and develop lactating breast best practices and achieve knowledge of beneficial, evidence-based management. Womankind is at the forefront of physiotherapy treatment for mastitis and other conditions of the lactating breast. Our director, Kym Veale, teaches at Melbourne University and educates physiotherapists in treating mastitis and lactating breast conditions as part of the Australian Physiotherapy Association accredited course 'The Lactating Breast for Physiotherapists'.

​Conditions

Mastitis
Blocked duct in the breast 
White spot/milk blebs
Breast abscess
Nipple trauma/cracked nipples
Help with manual and pump expressing
Biological nurturing/breast crawl/baby-led attachment

​Treatments

Therapeutic ultrasound
Lymphatic drainage techniques
Appropriate compression/support garments
Kinesiotape
Preventative education
White spot management
Advice on breastfeeding positions
​Womankind Physiotherapy offers same-day clinic or mobile service to your home providing therapeutic ultrasound for mastitis and blocked ducts to treat the condition. Please let us know whether you are dealing with mastitis or a breastfeeding challenge when you get in touch so we can prioritise you, ensuring you see our physio and get the help you need within 24 hours of your call.

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Women's Health Physiotherapists, Pelvic Floor Physiotherapists, Pregnancy Physiotherapists, Pre and Post Natal Physio, Pelvic Health Physio, 
Pregnancy Pilates, Ultrasound for Mastitis, Breastfeeding Physio, Blocked Ducts, Pelvic Floor Exercise, Pregnancy Exercise.
​Eltham. Yarrambat. Greensborough, Montmorency, Lower Plenty, Diamond Creek, Research, Rosanna, Yallambie, Watsonia.

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  • Home
  • Physiotherapy
    • Pelvic Floor Rehab
    • Incontinence
    • Prolapse
    • Mastitis and Blocked Ducts
    • Pregnancy
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Childhood Incontinence and Bedwetting
  • Workshops
    • Active Birth Skills Workshop
    • Active Baby Skills
  • Online Classes
  • The Team
  • The Blog
  • Pricing
  • FAQ
  • Referral form
  • New Patient Info Form
  • Contact us
  • A Celebration Day for Girls
  • Links