One of the most common complications after breast augmentation is a condition known as capsular contracture. This occurs when the capsule surrounding the breast contracts around the implant and squeezes it. The effects can range from mild to more advanced, sometimes causing pain and changes to the breast shape. We are excited to offer the Aspen Rehabilitation System for capsular contracture, an exciting new treatment option that can help the body to heal faster after breast augmentation. It will also help prevent capsular contracture. If you have implants or are thinking about implants, ask us how the Aspen Rehabilitation System can benefit you.
What Is Capsular Contracture?
As a response to foreign matter entering the body, your immune system creates a capsule to surround the object and protect the body. It does this any time an unknown object enters the body (hip replacement, implants, metal fragments in the body, etc.). The capsule is like a thin membrane (similar to the white membrane you see when you crack open a hardboiled egg). Much of the time this capsule remains in place, gently surrounding the foreign object. Capsular contracture occurs when something causes this membrane to contract or tighten around the implant. When this occurs in the breasts, it can cause the implant to feel hard. In extreme cases, it can distort the appearance of the breasts and cause substantial pain. Capsular contracture can occur shortly after augmentation or years later.
Signs of capsular contracture include:
- Pain
- Firmness
- Distorted breast shape
- Unnatural looking implant position
If you think you might have capsular contracture, call our offices to schedule a consultation and discuss your treatment options.
Aspen for Capsular Contracture
Aspen Rehabilitation System can both prevent and treat some cases of capsular contracture. We offer the system to patients after breast augmentation to speed healing and reduce the risk of capsular contracture. It has also shown promise as a treatment option for some patients struggling with firmness or pain due to capsular contracture. The system uses three energy forces and powerful ultrasound to speed healing.
Aspen Rehabilitation System can:
- Promote healing of incisions
- Prevent infection
- Reduce bruising
- Lessen post-surgical pain
- Reduce swelling
- Soften scar tissue
- Speed healing
- Prevent capsular contracture
- And more!
Are you worried about capsular contracture? Ask us about the Aspen Rehabilitation System for Capsular Contracture today.