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Dream Weaver · 08-17-2008, 01:59 PM

I'm just 2 days from having my BA and I've heard a lot about back pain on this forum... I'm wondering what the back pain is all about? Why is that so common? Is it something that happens as a result of surgery or is from laying around during the days after surgery? Do most people go through this? Is it something that could be prevented? Just trying to get an understanding... would like to hear about your experience with this, thanks!

spugs · 08-17-2008, 02:09 PM

my shoulders hurt yesterday but thats because ive been tensing them and hunching up for some reason.

BrownBird · 08-17-2008, 02:21 PM

I am on day 9 PO, and my back (Upper back) is always killin me by the evening! usually so bad, to were I have to have a pain pill

Jen_St.Charles · 08-17-2008, 02:23 PM

I had my BA on thursday and my back hurt immediately...i dont know if it is the weight of the implants that I am not used to or, the muscles in your chest may possibly be connected to those in your back. As of now, I am sure that the reason my back is sore, or tense is because I am hunching over because if I straighten up and put my shoulders back, it stretches my incisions and tape and gauze and stuff. It isnt that bad though for me. Good luck!

Dream Weaver · 08-17-2008, 02:25 PM

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Originally Posted by BrownBird

I am on day 9 PO, and my back (Upper back) is always killin me by the evening! usually so bad, to were I have to have a pain pill

i'm sorry, that sucks.... any ideas on why? could it be the body adjusting to the new weight on the top? just guessing here...

CupcakeWife · 08-17-2008, 03:47 PM

youre holding more weight, sore so your shoulders tighten and hurt and you cant stretch out or crack your back, like ive been dying to do

Dream Weaver · 08-17-2008, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by CupcakeWife

youre holding more weight, sore so your shoulders tighten and hurt and you cant stretch out or crack your back, like ive been dying to do

thanks, that really helps to understand... keep the responses coming... also, what can we do to help minimize the back pain? besides load up on meds!!! lol

Blvd756 · 08-17-2008, 05:31 PM

Your back muscles get extremely tight from lying/sitting upright constantly while also trying to adjust to the new weight in your front.

lionqueen · 08-17-2008, 10:04 PM

I was surprised at how bad my back hurt - still does but MUCH better. My PS said it is a combination of the extra weight, muscle connection, the position on the operating table and posture . I put a heating pad on my back that helped TREMENDOUSLY. My nurse massaged my back coming out of surgery because it was really bothering me. Also, when I don't wear the sports bra for a while my back starts hurting me again. My advice is a heating pad and good support. Also I'm having to retrain myself on posture.

On a different note - take a small pillow to put between you and the seatbelt for anytime you have to ride in the car. You'll thank me later! :-)

Good luck!

Pre BA 34 b/c
Post: 36 D
310/350 silicone unders

Ellie · 08-18-2008, 05:20 AM

I've got a back injury so usually am in pain. I had different pain though like stiff muscles it's hard to explain. It was from the way I was using my muscles to get out of bed (my stomach got sore as well). Also from sleeping on my back - I'm a tummy and side sleeper so being on my back really messed my muscles around

Dream Weaver · 08-21-2008, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Dream Weaver

I'm just 2 days from having my BA and I've heard a lot about back pain on this forum... I'm wondering what the back pain is all about? Why is that so common? Is it something that happens as a result of surgery or is from laying around during the days after surgery? Do most people go through this? Is it something that could be prevented? Just trying to get an understanding... would like to hear about your experience with this, thanks!

update: well, my ba is over and low and behold i had lots of pain in my upper back between my shoulder blades. it was more painful than my breasts, by far. i used a heating pad in that area for about 10 minutes at a time every hour or two until it eventually stopped by day 2. now it's gone completely, even as i'm backing off the pain meds! great news!

azagain · 08-21-2008, 11:37 PM

Your back pain stopped at day two? Wow. I am 6 weeks out and my back still hurts at times, though not severe like before. My back pain was also worse than my breast pain!

Dream Weaver · 08-25-2008, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by azagain

Your back pain stopped at day two? Wow. I am 6 weeks out and my back still hurts at times, though not severe like before. My back pain was also worse than my breast pain!

did you try a heating pad? if not, i highly recommend it!

Devinelydd · 08-26-2008, 05:15 AM

Hey There
Im onto day 6 today. Yay! And my shoulder/back is really annoyiing me on my left side with muscle pain. It feels like I need to get a sorts massage as there feels like a big knot behind it. It feels like an itch that you cant scratch doesnt it!

Did anyone go for a sitting up massage at all as Im tempted to try it. I have my first PO appointment at MYA tomorrow and the dressings removed so maybe Ill try it after that. Cant wait to see what they look like wihtout the tape!

Speedy recovery to you anyway

08-17-2008, 01:59 PM	#1
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08-17-2008, 02:09 PM	#2
spugs Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tyne & Wear, England Posts: 170 My Mood: Thanks: 61 Thanked 52 Times in 50 Posts	my shoulders hurt yesterday but thats because ive been tensing them and hunching up for some reason. __________________ Was a 32 small A, RC 28" BWD 13, Had 375cc overs, round, moderate profile, cohesive gel. Post op 32 E

08-17-2008, 02:21 PM	#3
BrownBird Tryna Get that Oprah..... Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Nor Cal, CALIFORNIA Posts: 311 My Mood: Thanks: 94 Thanked 77 Times in 67 Posts	I am on day 9 PO, and my back (Upper back) is always killin me by the evening! usually so bad, to were I have to have a pain pill __________________ 5"1" 119 lbs 12 More lbs of baby weight to go! Pre BA-Small C?? Post BA- 34 DoubleDizzle... 32DDD maybe ..Bigger? heh BA- Date: August 8th! 460 Fillied to 500cc's Hp Saline Unders

08-17-2008, 02:23 PM	#4
Jen_St.Charles Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: New Port Richey Florida Posts: 164 My Mood: Thanks: 150 Thanked 71 Times in 55 Posts	I agree I had my BA on thursday and my back hurt immediately...i dont know if it is the weight of the implants that I am not used to or, the muscles in your chest may possibly be connected to those in your back. As of now, I am sure that the reason my back is sore, or tense is because I am hunching over because if I straighten up and put my shoulders back, it stretches my incisions and tape and gauze and stuff. It isnt that bad though for me. Good luck! __________________ Live Simply. Love Generously. Care Deeply. Speak Kindly. Leave the rest to God! BA Date 8/14/08 Weight: 160 Height: 5'7" Pre BA: 36 A (saggy) Post BA: 36 D Frankenboob!!!! 600 Moderate Profile Saline Unders

08-17-2008, 03:47 PM	#6
CupcakeWife Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 119 Thanks: 0 Thanked 41 Times in 38 Posts	youre holding more weight, sore so your shoulders tighten and hurt and you cant stretch out or crack your back, like ive been dying to do __________________

08-17-2008, 05:31 PM	#8
Blvd756 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: California Posts: 1,099 My Mood: Thanks: 795 Thanked 510 Times in 410 Posts	Your back muscles get extremely tight from lying/sitting upright constantly while also trying to adjust to the new weight in your front. __________________ 5'4", 118 lbs Pre BA- 34 B Post BA- 32 DD at the moment TUBA incision/saline full unders/mentor mods 375 cc's f/t 425 cc's in both breasts www.justbreastimplants.com/Kim/

08-17-2008, 10:04 PM	#9
lionqueen Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 45 My Mood: Thanks: 1 Thanked 15 Times in 10 Posts	I was surprised at how bad my back hurt - still does but MUCH better. My PS said it is a combination of the extra weight, muscle connection, the position on the operating table and posture . I put a heating pad on my back that helped TREMENDOUSLY. My nurse massaged my back coming out of surgery because it was really bothering me. Also, when I don't wear the sports bra for a while my back starts hurting me again. My advice is a heating pad and good support. Also I'm having to retrain myself on posture. On a different note - take a small pillow to put between you and the seatbelt for anytime you have to ride in the car. You'll thank me later! :-) Good luck! Pre BA 34 b/c Post: 36 D 310/350 silicone unders

08-18-2008, 05:20 AM	#10
Ellie Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Perth Western Australia Posts: 755 My Mood: Thanks: 242 Thanked 221 Times in 212 Posts	I've got a back injury so usually am in pain. I had different pain though like stiff muscles it's hard to explain. It was from the way I was using my muscles to get out of bed (my stomach got sore as well). Also from sleeping on my back - I'm a tummy and side sleeper so being on my back really messed my muscles around __________________ 23 years old 5'4 Pre ba droopy 32DD but looked more like a small to mid C 370cc overs Cohesive silicone gel tear drops textured Now a proud 34F BA Date 6th March 2008 I love my new boobs!

08-21-2008, 11:37 PM	#12
azagain Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 25 My Mood: Thanks: 0 Thanked 9 Times in 5 Posts	Your back pain stopped at day two? Wow. I am 6 weeks out and my back still hurts at times, though not severe like before. My back pain was also worse than my breast pain!

08-26-2008, 05:15 AM	#14
Devinelydd Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: London Posts: 9 My Mood: Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Mine too! Im on day 6 Hey There Im onto day 6 today. Yay! And my shoulder/back is really annoyiing me on my left side with muscle pain. It feels like I need to get a sorts massage as there feels like a big knot behind it. It feels like an itch that you cant scratch doesnt it! Did anyone go for a sitting up massage at all as Im tempted to try it. I have my first PO appointment at MYA tomorrow and the dressings removed so maybe Ill try it after that. Cant wait to see what they look like wihtout the tape! Speedy recovery to you anyway __________________ BA 20TH AUG 08 PRE OP Maybe 32c?? Post -Currently a 34 DD but think I might end up a 34 D!! Happy with whatever I can get!

08-26-2008, 02:45 PM	#15
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