This Could Be the Cause of Back and Neck Pain in Women

Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery Specialist Op. Dr. Ufuk Askeroğlu explains the causes of back and neck pain, one of the biggest complaints of women, for you.

Back and neck pain experienced by women can usually be caused by various factors. However, back and neck pain caused by large breasts is quite common and can often be ignored.

Large breasts can cause the back and neck muscles to carry an extra load. Especially when combined with incorrect posture and movements, this extra load can lead to increased back and neck pain. The imbalance caused by large breasts can lead to posture disorders. Bad posture habits such as leaning forward or rounding the shoulders can increase back and neck pain.

These conditions can increase pain!

Using an inappropriate bra or underwear that does not provide sufficient support can increase the pain caused by large breasts. Choosing the right bra and using supportive underwear is important. In some cases, large breasts can cause spinal deformities or worsen existing deformities. This can also increase back and neck pain.

Large breasts can cause back and neck pain while exercising or leading an active lifestyle. This can be prevented by choosing the right sports bra and paying attention to certain exercises. Constant back and neck pain can also negatively affect a person’s psychology. In this case, psychological factors such as stress and anxiety can also increase the pain. Large breasts can increase back and neck pain in people who work for long periods of time sitting or standing. Especially heavy lifting or repetitive movements can aggravate these pains.

You can reduce your neck and back pain

Choosing the right supportive bra can reduce back and neck pain caused by large breasts. It is important for the bra to provide good support and fit the right size. It is important to exercise regularly to strengthen the spine and back muscles. Activities such as yoga, pilates and back exercises can help correct posture and strengthen the back. Developing correct posture habits can reduce back and neck pain. Correct alignment of the spine and keeping the shoulders back can prevent excessive load on the back and neck muscles.

When other methods are ineffective, surgical interventions may be considered. Surgical options such as breast reduction or breast lift surgery can reduce the pain caused by large breasts.

Breast reduction surgery is a surgical intervention performed to relieve the physical discomfort caused by large and heavy breasts and to achieve a more balanced appearance.

First, during a consultation with a plastic surgeon, the person’s breast size, health status and expectations are evaluated. A personalized plan is created. This plan includes how much the breast size will be reduced, what the breast shape will be and the details of the operation. During the procedure, excess breast tissue and fat are removed, the breast tissue is reshaped and the nipple (areola) is moved to a suitable position.

Mild pain, swelling and bruising are normal in the first few days after the operation. The person usually returns to normal within a few weeks, while the full recovery process can take several months. Breast reduction usually provides a smaller, more shaped and more balanced breast appearance. It can also help reduce physical discomfort such as back and neck pain.

When performed by a specialist plastic surgeon, breast reduction usually yields successful results and can improve the patient’s quality of life. However, as with any surgical procedure, it is important to make a detailed assessment and appropriate planning before the operation.