I had a mini abdominal plaster with liposuction the flanks. Back and abdomen. No muscle repair needed.
Answer: Binder The purpose of a binder is to support tissues as they heal as well as help control swelling. You should follow your surgeon's post operative instructions regarding wearing the binder. Typically patients are asked to wear the binder continuously at the beginning unless bathing or laundering the garment.
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Answer: Binder The purpose of a binder is to support tissues as they heal as well as help control swelling. You should follow your surgeon's post operative instructions regarding wearing the binder. Typically patients are asked to wear the binder continuously at the beginning unless bathing or laundering the garment.
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June 2, 2023
Answer: Postoperative protocol Dear victoriaclarke1111,
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June 2, 2023
Answer: Postoperative protocol Dear victoriaclarke1111,
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October 13, 2022
Answer: Binder You need to ask your surgeon this question. Each surgeon has his/her own protocol for such, and you need to do what your surgeon suggests.
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October 13, 2022
Answer: Binder You need to ask your surgeon this question. Each surgeon has his/her own protocol for such, and you need to do what your surgeon suggests.
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October 11, 2018
Answer: Abdominal binder Thank you for your question! For my patients having a tummy tuck, I recommend they wear the abdominal binder for 3 weeks all day and night, followed by 3 weeks at night only. It is ok to take breaks from the binder throughout the day, but is best to wear most of the time for compression and to help decrease swelling. I recommend discussing specific post op instruction with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
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October 11, 2018
Answer: Abdominal binder Thank you for your question! For my patients having a tummy tuck, I recommend they wear the abdominal binder for 3 weeks all day and night, followed by 3 weeks at night only. It is ok to take breaks from the binder throughout the day, but is best to wear most of the time for compression and to help decrease swelling. I recommend discussing specific post op instruction with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
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September 29, 2018
Answer: Can I take my binder off sometimes for small periods to relax a bit? Or do I have to keep it on 24 hours a day I I would ask your plastic surgeon about garments and the duration of wear, because each plastic surgeon will have a different protocol. Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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September 29, 2018
Answer: Can I take my binder off sometimes for small periods to relax a bit? Or do I have to keep it on 24 hours a day I I would ask your plastic surgeon about garments and the duration of wear, because each plastic surgeon will have a different protocol. Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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