A recent study by the British School of Osteopathy has linked ill-fitting bras to breathing difficulties, Irritable Bowel Syndrome and digestive problems.

Ill-fitting fashion bras support the breast by pushing on the rib cage. If the middle ribs are held tightly in a bra, the upper ribs have to work harder in order for us to breathe. Overall, the effect is to restrict breathing whilst putting pressure on the diaphragm.

This effect of compressing the rib cage can be dramatic enough to affect digestion. Indeed, the same study found that Irritable Bowel Syndrome and constipation can be linked to the wearing of inappropriate bras.

Bra-Doctor's bras are designed to be anatomically compatible.

So, unlike fashion bras, they do not fasten around the rib cage.

For more information, see the British School of Osteopathy.