Dear Jack, You posted about a mom with several weeks of plugged duct and breast pain. I recently had a speaker come talk to a group of lactation specialist on acupuncture. She stated after the infection has been treated, acupuncture can then help resolve the inflamation, reduce the pain and keep the breast functioning. I have not yet referred any one for this treatment but with your client this might be worth a try. Good luck! Ann Perrry RN IBCLC