I've done a lot of research on Tummy Tuck and about the doctor I have choosen to do the procedure. I'm feeling great and excited about it. I only have one concern; my surgeon says he does not use binders after surgery. He feels they don't do much and that they are over used by other doctors. What exactly is the purpose of a binder after a Tummy Tuck and is what he says true, that they don't really do anything for the Tummy Tuck results as far as for better appearance or comfort?
November 28, 2018
Answer: Purpose of an abdominal binder after tummy tuck There is no evidence that using an abdominal binder will lead to a better result. However, many of my patients find the additional compression of the binder to be reassuring and comfortable. The binder also can help to hold dressings in place after the surgery without needing tape. Discuss with your surgeon and good luck
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November 28, 2018
Answer: Purpose of an abdominal binder after tummy tuck There is no evidence that using an abdominal binder will lead to a better result. However, many of my patients find the additional compression of the binder to be reassuring and comfortable. The binder also can help to hold dressings in place after the surgery without needing tape. Discuss with your surgeon and good luck
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June 23, 2016
Answer: Abdominal binders and compression garments help support the abdomen Abdominal compression garments and binders help to control and relieve the swelling that occurs in the torso after abdominoplasty. Compression for the torso is akin to wrapping a sprained ankle with an ace bandage; it improves the swelling to relieve stress on your tissues and incision and also helps the area to subjectively feel better. My patients often find that they feel comfortable discontinuing the garment between one and four months after surgery as their swelling improves.
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June 23, 2016
Answer: Abdominal binders and compression garments help support the abdomen Abdominal compression garments and binders help to control and relieve the swelling that occurs in the torso after abdominoplasty. Compression for the torso is akin to wrapping a sprained ankle with an ace bandage; it improves the swelling to relieve stress on your tissues and incision and also helps the area to subjectively feel better. My patients often find that they feel comfortable discontinuing the garment between one and four months after surgery as their swelling improves.
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September 24, 2018
Answer: Binder after tummy tuck Thank you for your question. Post-op regimen following tummy tuck is subject to some variability between surgeons, and is not an exact science. The purpose of an abdominal binder is to give support to the operated abdomen, lending comfort to the patient. It also lends some gentle compression, assisting in the reduction of post-op soft tissue swelling. A potential downside to the binder is the risk that it is placed too tight, compromising the blood supply to the underlying lower abdominal skin, and elevating the risk of wound healing problems. Personally, I have my patients wear a binder for the first 1-2 weeks after surgery, then switch to a fitted compression garment. Other surgeons I know do not employ a binder at all, and are still able to obtain beautiful results. It is a matter of surgeon preference and comfort, and appropriate use.
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September 24, 2018
Answer: Binder after tummy tuck Thank you for your question. Post-op regimen following tummy tuck is subject to some variability between surgeons, and is not an exact science. The purpose of an abdominal binder is to give support to the operated abdomen, lending comfort to the patient. It also lends some gentle compression, assisting in the reduction of post-op soft tissue swelling. A potential downside to the binder is the risk that it is placed too tight, compromising the blood supply to the underlying lower abdominal skin, and elevating the risk of wound healing problems. Personally, I have my patients wear a binder for the first 1-2 weeks after surgery, then switch to a fitted compression garment. Other surgeons I know do not employ a binder at all, and are still able to obtain beautiful results. It is a matter of surgeon preference and comfort, and appropriate use.
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