Submuscular implants - Massage or not to massage? (photo)

Best to just listen to your doctor. I don't use massage and there is no data to support it. None. That said, it can help to massage the skin using moisturizer. This can prevent drying of the skin and keep it supple. It can also calm the nerves as they are "waking up" after surgery. Again, best to just listen to your doctor!

Thanks for your question.

I believe that a gentle massage help the muscle to relax and the implant to drop in the right place.

Different surgeons have different aftercare practice.

Ask to your surgeon for clarification.



Regards

Mr Netri

I do not recommend massage after breast augmentation, but some surgeons do recommend this.  Continue to follow up with your surgeon.

Plastic surgeons often do things differently from one another and postop breast massage following augmentation is in that category. Best bet is to ask your surgeon if they want you to massage your implants. If they do, they should demonstrate to you how they want you to do this, how often, how long, etc.

Every surgeon has different opinions and instructions regarding postoperative care. Personally, I ask my patients to start massage, or movement of the implants within the pocket after one week. I ask them to do it once daily. I do firmly believe that this type of massage keeps the pockets open and generous and decreases chances of capsular contracture. It seems to work for my patients. However, ask your surgeon, as there may be reasons he or she does not want you do do this. Good luck!