Management Application of Aloe Vera Compresses and Back Massage for Breast Engagement in Postpartum Mothers: Experiment Study

https://doi.org/10.55299/ijphe.v3i1.550

Authors

  • Aris Prastyoningsih Universitas Kusuma Husada
  • Wijayanti Midwifery study program, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Kusuma Husada, Surakarta, Indonesia
  • Agnes Prawistya Pharmacy study program, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Kusuma Husada, Surakarta, Indonesia
  • Juda Julia Midwifery study program, Guna Bangsa College of Health, Yogyakarta, Indonesia

Abstract

Swelling of the breast (engorgement)  is a reservoir of milk caused by a narrowing of the lactofery duct by glands that are not completely emptied. Non-pharmacologically by giving aloe vera compresses can reduce breast swelling. aloe vera plant which contains anthraquinone, aloeemodin, bradikanase enzymes, carboxy peptidase, salicylates, tannins and saponins which have benefits in overcoming pain and anti-inflammatory. The potential use of aloe vera in the treatment of breast swelling has not been widely used by the public. Research on the management of aloe vera compresses and back massage on breast swelling used a quasy experimental research design with one group pre-test and post-test design. The study was conducted on 30 respondents who experienced breast swelling. The sampling technique uses purposive sampling. Statistical analysis of data to determine the effectiveness of giving aloe vera compresses and back massage in reducing breast swelling through the SPES (Six Point Engorgement Scale) score and clinical examination of the breast with the Paired Sample T-Test. The results showed that aloe vera compresses combined with back massage were effective in the management of swollen breasts in nursing mothers with a p value <0.005 (0.000).

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Published

2023-09-28

How to Cite

Prastyoningsih, A., Wijayanti, Agnes Prawistya, & Juda Julia. (2023). Management Application of Aloe Vera Compresses and Back Massage for Breast Engagement in Postpartum Mothers: Experiment Study. International Journal of Public Health Excellence (IJPHE), 3(1), 200–205. https://doi.org/10.55299/ijphe.v3i1.550