Why is it important to wear a compression garment after surgery?
Wearing compression garments after your surgery can speed up your recovery, improve your results and help to shape your new contours. It makes a dramatic difference in the surgical outcome.
The garment helps to close the space that is created within the area where the surgery was done. When skin and muscle are elevated, we want them to heal in the correct position and one goal of compression is to entourage tissue to re-adhere to your abdominal wall by closing the space gentle, constant compression. The garment’s compression may help the tissues attach exactly as intended by keeping everything in its proper place.
Compression garments are tight by design. It can be uncomfortable to get used to the sensation of wearing a compression garment, particularly in the early stages when post-operative swelling is at its height. The compression garment is not supposed to place excessive pressure on the treatment area. There are some disadvantages to a ill-fitted garment. Make sure to get your garment from a professional.
What are the benefits of wearing compression garments after surgery?
- Reduce swelling and bruising
- Shape & contours
- Speeds up the healing process
- Potentially reduces chances of keloid scaring
- Help protect you from infection
- Reduce pain and discomfort
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Compression bras after surgery
A good post- operative bra is most probably the most important garment of all for great results and comfort. The bra needs to offer the correct level of compression and support to accommodate newly formed breasts, whether it is reconstruction or implants.
Post- operative bras are designed to help keep muscles in place after the procedure and eliminate swelling caused by accumulation of fluid. It is essential to have the correct pressure and support. Be sure that your garment is fitting correctly, provide comfort, is the correct shape and applies the correct amount of pressure. It is advised to get a bra that fastens in front to make it easy more comfortable to put it on and take it off. Your post-operative bra might be your most favorite item of all time.
It is advised to get yourself two bras. One for wash and one for wear to make sure that you have the necessary support and comfort all the time.