Will hard muscle spasm after breast augmentation result in contracture? 2 days post-op.

Thanks so much for your question. A muscle spasm after a breast augmentation, while uncomfortable and sometimes concerning, is a normal occurrence after a submuscular augmentation. The muscle is not used to being on stretch and under so much tension. This should reside in 10-14 days, if it persists, your doctor can prescribe a muscle relaxant. However, any time there is concern after a surgical procedure, I would recommend contacting the surgeon the performed the procedure. 

Hi Haigood3

I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing muscle spasm after your surgery. While this do not usually cause capsular contracture, you should visit your plastic surgeon for an evaluation. Your surgeon can prescribe you with muscle relaxant.

Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery

Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

muscle spasm will not lead to capsular contracture.  a muscle relaxant may help. the breast should not look distorted when the spasm is gone, so you might want to check with your surgeon.