Can an intense back massage cause damage to silicone implants?

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I received a very deep tissue massage where the masseuse applied very hard pressure and briefly walked on my back. This was on Sunday and 4 days later my breasts are still sore. I can't tell if this is muscle pain or something else wrong.

Richard Zienowicz, MD · Answer

Back massage should not cause any damage to silicone implants. As a general rule it is preferred to sleep on your back, but time spent with a massage, even deep tissue should have no impact.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thanks for sharing your concerns with us.In my practice, after performing a breast surgery I recommend to my patients to limit the movement of the arms for two weeks. After that, you can move your arms taking care and always with common sense. In this regard, it's not advisable to carry heavy weights to prevent the implant out of position, and allow the formation of the physiological capsule around the implant, also to avoid pain and breast swelling. Respesctfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol.-

Gary Lawton, MD, FACS · Answer

You most definitely could have caused the implant capsule to be torn (closed capsulotomy) which will cause pain which may last 6 weeks, or may have even caused an implant rupture, although that is less likely.

David Bogue, MD · Answer

In general, massage won't cause an issue with breast implants. Many masseuses will have special breast "pillows" to offload pressure from the breasts during a massage and this can make it more comfortable. If an implant does have a small hole, even minimal pressure can turn that into a larger tear in the implant - massage or no massage. However, pain is not a typical symptom from an acute rupture of an implant, but rather an indication that your chest wall or muscles are sore from the massage. If you are concerned, an MRI is the imaging of choice to verify whether the implants are ruptured or not.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Rare reason but anything is possible! Best to see your PS asap. Or seek other in person examinations from boarded PS in your area...

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