Resensation Blog

Changing the paradigm of breast reconstruction

A surgeon consults with a woman about her mastectomy treatment plan
How does mastectomy impact the nerves in the breast?

One sometimes overlooked aspect of mastectomy is its impact on nerves. Read what happens to nerves during mastectomy and explore…

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What happens during implant breast reconstruction with Resensation®?

By repairing sensory nerves, Resensation® enables you to potentially regain sensation to your chest. Read how this procedure works during…

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how resensation® helped Leanna feel secure in her family’s future

With Resensation®, Leanna can be there to watch her kids grow up—without losing the feeling of being whole.

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Woman looking into a mirror in preparation for sensory retraining
sensory retraining: what is it, and how can it help me after resensation®?

Sensory retraining is a series of exercises designed to help you reconnect with your body after breast reconstruction with Resensation®.

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Woman placing her hand on her breast to demonstrate a breast self-exam
Breast self-exams: why, when and how

A breast self-exam is a useful tool for the early detection of breast cancer.

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Bri, a Resensation patient, places a hand on her chest as she looks into a mirror
Resensation® patient uses her platform for change

With a family history of breast cancer, Bri opted to undergo a prophylactic mastectomy, followed by immediate breast reconstruction with…

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a patient’s guide to the resensation® surgical technique

A breast cancer or BRCA diagnosis can make it feel like you’ve lost control over your health. Decisions need to…

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why restoring sensation matters

Losing sensation after mastectomy is more than an inconvenience. Learn how it can impact you in ways big and small.

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Woman researching breast reconstruction options on a laptop
determining if resensation fits into your breast reconstruction plan

Resensation may be an important consideration when making a breast reconstruction plan. Decide if it’s right for you.

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Jessica, a Resensation patient, gazes off-camera
breast cancer and resensation® in your words

For those beginning their breast cancer journey, we reached out to our community for their words of encouragement.

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be prepared: understanding mastectomy and nerve regeneration

How do nerve regeneration and recovery work? These key facts can help you know what to expect and avoid surprises.

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body image, sexuality, and more after breast cancer treatment

Coping with physical changes after breast cancer is challenging, but there are ways to feel comfortable and enjoy your sexuality.

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Chemotherapy patient wearing a hair wrap
breast cancer and hair loss: what to expect

Hair is so much a part of who we are. What happens when cancer takes that, too?

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A woman stretches at the gym
exercise and breast cancer treatment: what to know

Whether you loved or loathed hitting the gym before treatment, exercising can improve your current and future health.

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how to stay safe in the sun during breast cancer treatment

If you’re undergoing breast cancer treatment, you’ll need to take extra precautions to protect yourself from the sun.

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Two women embrace. One waves the LGBTQIA+ pride flag.
breast cancer and the lgbtqia+ community

LGBTQIA+ people have a higher risk of breast cancer and often face barriers to care, but you aren’t alone.

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A woman wearing a medical face mask places a hand on her chest
black women and breast cancer: understanding the impact

Breast cancer impacts Black women at a disproportionate rate. Learn proactive action to reduce your risk.

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Stephanie, a Resensation patient, poses with her husband and three children
reclaiming her body after cancer: how resensation helped stephanie feel more like herself

Stephanie felt strongly about opting for a single mastectomy. “I wanted to keep as much of me as possible.”

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