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What Kind of Compression Garmet and Abdominal Binder Should I Get for my Lower Body Lift?
We perform body lifts and body contouring after bariatric surgery quite commonly. Abdominal binders and compression garments are used to minimize swelling, help with skin retraction and sometime improve patient comfort. It is something that is important to use at the direction of your physician however. Garments that are too tight or are inappropriate for your type of surgery may restrict blood flow and cause healing problems. Talk to your surgeon!
Clinical Context
Compression garments and abdominal binders help reduce swelling and support your skin as it heals and settles after a lower body lift. They also help fluid drain away instead of collecting under the incision. Because this surgery involves an incision that wraps around the waist and hips, the garment needs to fit smoothly in that area without tight bands or bunching, which can affect healing and comfort. Your surgeon will tell you the specific type, size, and timing that's right for your recovery.
