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Do static and dynamic activities induce potentially damaging breast skin strain?

Michelle NorrisChris MillsAmy SanchezJoanna Wakefield-Scurr
Published in: BMJ open sport & exercise medicine (2020)
Static and dynamic activity did not result in excessive breast skin strain, suggesting low risk of skin damage. However, during running, some individuals experienced excessive skin strains (up to 93%) and strain rates (up to 1258%·s-1). Breast skin strain/strain rate location suggests lift is required in the lateral and medial bra cup to reduce strain, particularly in larger breast volumes due to increased skin strain risk.
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