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Do you need to massage over the muscle implants?

Hello... I have recently had a breast lift ( 3 weeks ago) with 200 cc over the muscle implants ... I have been instructed to start massaging ... Whether your implant is over or under the muscle should the type of massage be the same ?

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Do you need to massage over the muscle implants?

October 25th, 2016
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Massage for implants is recommended in order to keep a good open pocket with hopes of preventing a capsular contracture. It is done to both over and under the muscle implants when suggested by your surgeon. Follow any suggestions he/she gives you for the best possible outcome. 

Lawrence Bundrick, MD
October 25th, 2016

Do you need to massage over the muscle implants?

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Massage for implants is recommended in order to keep a good open pocket with hopes of preventing a capsular contracture. It is done to both over and under the muscle implants when suggested by your surgeon. Follow any suggestions he/she gives you for the best possible outcome. 

Lawrence Bundrick, MD

Massage and implants

October 25th, 2016
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Some surgeons recommend massage and others do not. Since your surgeon suggested that you do, then it sounds reasonable to follow his instructions. If you are concerned, then I suggest you speak to him.

Web reference: https://www.stevenwallachmd.com/breast/breast-lift/

Steven Wallach, MD
October 25th, 2016

Massage and implants

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Some surgeons recommend massage and others do not. Since your surgeon suggested that you do, then it sounds reasonable to follow his instructions. If you are concerned, then I suggest you speak to him.

Learn more: https://www.stevenwallachmd.com/breast/breast-lift/

Steven Wallach, MD
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