I’m 2.5 years post op from breast lift with implants. I had the Motiva round gel implants. I had a massage yesterday and the massage therapist pressed down hard on my upper back with his forearms. Today my breasts are very sore, the right more than the left. It feels like sharp pain. Should I be worried about damage to the implants or surrounding tissue?
Answer: An in person evaluation is needed to answer; In general implants can handle a lot of pressure Always best to check with your surgeon, if possible, as your surgeon knows how you started and what was done. Otherwise, an in person exam by a plastic surgeon and a history of what was done is needed to answer your question. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., US
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Answer: An in person evaluation is needed to answer; In general implants can handle a lot of pressure Always best to check with your surgeon, if possible, as your surgeon knows how you started and what was done. Otherwise, an in person exam by a plastic surgeon and a history of what was done is needed to answer your question. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., US
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February 2, 2025
Answer: Implant damage Dear theressa17,
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February 2, 2025
Answer: Implant damage Dear theressa17,
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December 10, 2024
Answer: Breast implant rupture It would certainly be unusual to have a breast implant break under these conditions. They are very rugged. If the soreness does not go away soon, it might be a good idea to see your plastic surgeon.
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December 10, 2024
Answer: Breast implant rupture It would certainly be unusual to have a breast implant break under these conditions. They are very rugged. If the soreness does not go away soon, it might be a good idea to see your plastic surgeon.
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December 2, 2024
Answer: Massage pressure It is unlikely that any permanent damage was caused to your implants from the massage pressure used. Since you are sore be sure to rest the area. You can take NSAIDS if not allergic. See your surgeon if symptoms don't improve in a few days.
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December 2, 2024
Answer: Massage pressure It is unlikely that any permanent damage was caused to your implants from the massage pressure used. Since you are sore be sure to rest the area. You can take NSAIDS if not allergic. See your surgeon if symptoms don't improve in a few days.
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November 21, 2024
Answer: You may have tissue injury from the massage Is there any bruising, implant displacement or malposition, or swelling? Tears in the capsular scar tissue that form around implants from external pressure can cause mild bleeding or pain as the tissue pulls on nerves and muscle fibers. New implants are less likely to be damaged by pressure but it is still possible if you had calcified capsules around the implants that can push into aging implant shells with enough pressure. This often happens in much older implants undergoing mammographic plate compression.To find out whether your implants were ruptured you can have an MRI without contrast to check implant integrity. If there are no external signs of trauma, you may want to try some tylenol or ibuprofen and rest (and find a gentler masseuse). If you notice any increasing firmness of the implant you should get imaging and if no rupture is present maybe consider Accolate to prevent capsular contracture.
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November 21, 2024
Answer: You may have tissue injury from the massage Is there any bruising, implant displacement or malposition, or swelling? Tears in the capsular scar tissue that form around implants from external pressure can cause mild bleeding or pain as the tissue pulls on nerves and muscle fibers. New implants are less likely to be damaged by pressure but it is still possible if you had calcified capsules around the implants that can push into aging implant shells with enough pressure. This often happens in much older implants undergoing mammographic plate compression.To find out whether your implants were ruptured you can have an MRI without contrast to check implant integrity. If there are no external signs of trauma, you may want to try some tylenol or ibuprofen and rest (and find a gentler masseuse). If you notice any increasing firmness of the implant you should get imaging and if no rupture is present maybe consider Accolate to prevent capsular contracture.
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