Switch binder to compression garment?

August 28, 2015
Asked By:scc139 in Long Island, NY

I has a drainless TT and BL with Aug. along with lipo of the flanks 6 days ago. My surgeon gave me 2 binders to wear around the clock, which I've been doing. They keep shifting and folding. At post op apt I asked for a compression garment. He said he uses binders. He recommended Spanx. It seems most doctors on RS recommend a CG. I'm willing to buy one myself to return to work. How do I size myself? What kind should I buy? I'm so swollen that I'm measuring wider than pre surgery! Please advise.

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