Research from the University of Portsmouth reveals that highly supportive sports bras designed for maximum bounce reduction could negatively impact spinal health. A study published in the European Journal of Sport Science examined how strong support affects spinal rotational forces, discovering that while reduction of breast movement helps prevent pain, it may inadvertently increase strain on the spine. The researchers aim to inform bra design, advocating for a balance between breast support and spinal health to prevent back pain risks during exercise.
While a supportive sports bra is crucial for exercise comfort, excessive bounce reduction may place additional strain on spinal muscles, increasing the risk of back pain.
Achieving 100 percent bounce reduction could unintentionally increase loading on the spine, leading to higher spinal moments and elevating the risk of lumbar back pain.
Collection
[
|
...
]