Therapeutic Ultrasound for Clogged Milk Ducts: How It Works and What to Expect

A clogged (aka plugged) milk duct can turn feeding your baby from a bonding experience into something you dread. If you’re newly breastfeeding (even for the 2nd or 3rd time), you may notice a tender, firm lump in the breast, localized pain, or a feeling that milk just isn't draining from one area. For many postpartum parents, simple at-home strategies can resolve this within a day or two. When it lingers or keeps coming back, therapeutic ultrasound is an underutilized tool a trained physical therapist, usually a pelvic health PT, may add to your care.