Cervical Pain: Is large breast size causing cervical pain? Know how it causes harm?

Breast Cervical Pain: Breast size is a major cause of neck pain in girls. Let us explain how it affects your neck and what the ways are to avoid it?

Breast Cervical Pain: Shoulder pain, also known as cervical pain, has become a common problem these days. Many reasons are cited for this, such as prolonged use of laptops and mobile phones, incorrect sitting positions, and stress. But did you know that breast size also affects women's breast size? Most women are unaware of this, but a large breast size can also cause cervical pain. This has been revealed in numerous research and health reports. Let us explain how this causes cervical pain and how it can be prevented.

 

How does it affect?

According to a research published in PubMed Central, a study "The Association Between Female Breast Size, Backache, and Spinal Pain" found that larger breast size is associated with pain in the thoracic and cervical region. For example, only 4.9 percent of women with a B cup complained of back pain, while 85 percent of women with DD/E cup reported pain. To put it in simpler terms, it means that in that research, only about 4.9 percent of women with B cup breast size complained of back pain.

Meanwhile, when looking at women with a DD or E cup size, approximately 85 percent reported back or cervical pain. This means that the larger the breast size, the greater the risk of neck and back pain. Another published study, "The relationship between breast size and aspects of health" (2020), found that for every increase in breast size, a woman's likelihood of reporting upper back pain increased by 13 percent.

Dr. N. Jithendran, a Bengaluru-based aesthetics and plastic surgeon, explains that women with larger breasts, such as a D cup or larger, are more likely to experience cervical pain. This pulls the body forward, increasing pressure on the neck and shoulder muscles, leading to this problem.

How to prevent it?

To prevent this, always wear a supportive and well-fitting bra. This reduces pressure on the neck and shoulders. Always remember to avoid bras with thin straps, as these can put deep pressure on the shoulders. Additionally, practice sitting and standing upright, avoiding hunched shoulders, and applying warm or cold compresses to mild pain.