How Breast Reduction Surgery Helps Reduce Back Pain

Research has shown that women with extremely large breasts are at risk of suffering from back pain. Anyone who has been afflicted with back pain knows how painful and debilitation this condition can be. For thousands of women who suffer from back pain, breast reduction surgery has become a popular choice to helping them alleviate and even eliminate not only back pain, but also neck pain, shoulder pain, breathing problems, and migraines.

For women who suffer from back pain due to extremely large breasts, breast reduction surgery, or reduction mammoplasty, is a safe and minimally invasive surgery that will help women get rid of debilitating pain caused by heavy and saggy breasts, and allow them to return to a more active lifestyle. Small incisions that run from the areolas down to the breast crease are made, and through these incisions, glandular tissue, fat tissue, and skin from the breasts are removed. The result is a reduced size and weight of the breasts. There will be a bit of scarring and bruising but over time they will fade. After the surgery, patients will normally return to work in a little over a week and engage in normal activities after about five to six weeks. It is women who mostly have this procedure, but men have also taken advantage of breast reduction.

The benefits of reducing the size of extremely large breasts include: reduction or elimination of skin rash under the breast, improved posture, and a reduction or elimination of neck, back, and shoulder pain. As well, one will become more active and have an improved self image. Clothing will also fit better and one can engage in more daily activities which were once limited when suffering from severe back pain. Women who have breast reduction surgery usually report that they are extremely satisfied with the outcome. As well as alleviating the physical pain and discomfort, the effects make the breasts feel lighter, firmer, and they are better proportioned to the rest of the body.

Several days after the surgery, many women have reported a bit of soreness in the breasts but after about a week, any soreness or pain will usually go away. During recovery, the incisions that were made are covered in gauze and wrapped in a bandage until they heal. As well, a surgical support bra is worn for protection and comfort. In about one to two weeks, the stitches will be removed. If there is a concern about the accumulation of fluid during recovery, the surgeon may insert a draining tube to help with blood and fluid drainage. During recovery, pain relieving medication will be taken, and antibiotics in the event an infection develops. Any bruising or swelling will go away after a few weeks.

Breast reduction surgery has become an effective method of reducing back pain caused by extremely large breasts as well as improving one’s physical appearance. The surgery has improved the quality of life for thousands of women across the country. If you think the size of your breasts is causing your back pain, you should consider consulting with your physician to learn about the benefits of breast reduction.


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