Any suggestions to prevent the compression garment from digging into me?

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I am approximately 10 days postop from lipo to my abdomen, flanks and back. I just moved into my second compression garment and the shoulder straps are digging into me. I've tried wrapping the straps in a pair of socks to help with the rubbing but that's not cutting it when I lay on my side to sleep. The only postop form I've found is for placing over the surgical sites but nothing for the rubbing/digging of the garment straps. Any suggestions?

Stanley Okoro, MD · Answer

Congratulations on your recent surgery.  I would definitely recommend reaching out to your plastic surgeon’s office regarding your garment issues.  Many times there can be a very simple fix or another garment available that can quickly alleviate your concerns.  Compression garments are often a necessary part of recovery, but if not handled immediately, can sometimes cause more harm than good.  Reach out to your surgeon and see what they advise and/or recommend.  Good Luck with the rest of your recovery.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Most plastic surgeons will measure and custom fit their patients for postoperative compressive garments. If you are having difficulty the nurse and the surgeon's office can help make adjustments to the existing garment or measure for a new one.

N. Bill Aydin, MD · Answer

you should reach out to your surgeons office and express your concerns. You want to be in a garment but also comfortable. Maybe they can suggest a different style that will do both fit you comfortably and have just the right amount of compression to the surgical site.

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.

I would recommend that you contact your surgeon to discuss your concerns.The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.

Dr. Schwartz

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

#RealSelf100Surgeon

#RealSelfCORESurgeon

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It sounds like this isn't the right size. I recommend contacting your Dr. about your garment. I also recommend adding RF treatments externally like venus legacy, exilis ultra, Vanquish, shock/vibration therapy like Cellutone/z wave, hyperbaric oxygen and compression in order to decrease swelling and improve results. Best, Dr. Emer

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