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A study of postural changes after breast reduction.

Marco Mazzocchi1, Luca Andrea Dessy, Silvia Di Ronza

  • 1Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Perugia, Via Portuense 331, 00149, Roma, RM, Italy. mazzocc@mclink.it

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
|September 8, 2012
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Summary

Breast reduction surgery significantly alters body mass equilibrium and psychological status, leading to improved posture. Postural changes stabilize within one year, enhancing body image and self-esteem.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanical analysis of human posture.
  • Impact of surgical interventions on body mechanics.

Background:

  • Human posture is influenced by body mass equilibrium and psychological state.
  • Breast hypertrophy can negatively affect self-esteem and posture, potentially leading to kyphosis.
  • Breast reduction surgery alters body mass distribution and psychological status.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess postural changes following breast reduction surgery.
  • To evaluate the spatial position and orientation of the body and center of pressure post-surgery.

Main Methods:

  • Involved 52 patients with breast hypertrophy undergoing reduction mammoplasty.
  • Posture evaluated pre-surgery and up to one year post-surgery using center of mass (Fastrak) and center of pressure (stabilometry) measurements.

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  • Statistical analysis using the Wilcoxon signed-rank sum test.

    • Main Results:

    • Early postoperative period showed upper body retropositioning, confirmed by baropodometric analysis.
    • The body's biomechanical system stabilized, achieving equilibrium one year after surgery.
    • Significant improvements in body image and self-esteem were noted.

    Conclusions:

    • Postural changes after breast reduction result from altered body mass and psychological factors.
    • Improved body image and reduced anterior weight contribute to correcting postural disorders like kyphosis.
    • Breast reduction positively impacts posture, body image, and psychological well-being.