If you are looking for ways to alleviate back and neck pain with breast surgery, you may have found information about a breast reduction. The procedure reduces breast size and is often recommended for certain pain symptoms, but it is not always the most appropriate option. Breast lift surgery is a more common surgery for helping women address neck and back pain, and here’s why.
Breast Weight vs. Breast Position
Women develop breast-related pain in their neck, back and shoulders in one of two situations. First, the weight of the breast tissue is too much for the woman’s body size and type, and the excess weight is removed via breast reduction surgery. Overly large breasts affect a small proportion of women, so this accounts for a small number of women who experience this type of discomfort. The second situation is more common — sagging of the breasts causes a downward pull of gravity that affects body mechanics. Women may change their bra style to address the sagging issue, and this may cause shoulder pain. Some women find that they slouch forward due to the pull of gravity, and this can cause back and neck pain. In these cases, a breast lift is the best solution.
The Breast Lift Procedure
The goal of a breast lift is to remove any excess skin and fat that leads to sagging. After the surgery, the breasts are re-oriented to sit higher on the chest in a more natural position that balances better with the body. The surgery does not remove breast tissue like a breast reduction. Although the surgery does not directly increase breast size, some women feel that their breasts are larger because the breast tissue is enclosed in a smaller tissue pocket. Recovery is relatively short. Most women return to work after seven days and normal activities can be resumed after one month.
Why You Should Consider a Breast Lift
- Does not require removal of breast tissue
- Corrects sagging that is caused by natural breast shape, pregnancy, and aging
- May improve body mechanics and alleviate back, neck and shoulder pain
Are Your Breasts Causing You Pain? Contact Southeastern Aesthetic Surgery.
If you are experiencing back, neck and shoulder pain related to your breasts, contact Southeastern Aesthetic Surgery to learn more about breast lift surgery and how it may help with your symptoms.