Wearing Binder Past 8 Weeks After Tummy Tuck?

I had Tummy Tuck done 9 weeks ago. I am more swollen in the upper abdomen and above incision line since I stopped wearing the binder 2 weeks ago. Can I continue wearing the binder to help with the swelling? If not, is the swelling going to get better on it own without the binder? I am not a big person 5'2", 116 lbs, and my stomach is still not flat.

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2 Doctor Answers | Asked by LizCalgary in Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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You can wear the binder as long as you want

There is no limit of time you can wear compression after a tummy tuck. An over the counter product may be more pleasant to you than a velcro binder. It is called a Flexi and we use them on all of our patients.

Swelling of the belly (abdomen) after a tummy tuck (Abdominoplasty)

You may want to discuss other possible causes for your swelling with your doctor such as seroma. However, swelling can persist for some time (3-6 months). Some garments can actually make it worse by acting as a tourniquet around your midsection. I have found that many patients transition to a spanx-like spandex commerical garment available at most department stores. Many women report other brand names such as flexees ro cupid which are available at Target or Walmart stores. Increasing your... more