Why wear compression garments while recovering from breast surgery

Compression garments for recovery from breast surgery

One of the important conditions for a successful and quick recovery after breast surgery is wearing compression underwear. It is recommended to put it on and wear it constantly for 4 weeks immediately after the operation. A special bra evenly distributes the load on the spine and neck and also ensures a neat shape of the breasts after the end of the rehabilitation period.

The necessity and effectiveness of wearing compression underwear after breast surgery

Special postoperative garments are made of elastic, durable materials with good hygroscopic properties. It is necessary to wear them to fix the breasts, to maintain the implants in the anatomically correct position. This will help to minimize the risk of their displacement and seam divergence.

The bra is made from the knitwear with the addition of elastane fibers, which makes a favourable effect on the breast . This creates the desired compression. After plastic surgery comfort and a minimum of pain are especially important for the patient, and such underwear provides just such conditions.

Thanks to its natural structure, the compression underwear “breathes” and does not cause excessive perspiration. You can also be assured that the fabric will not irritate your skin. A big plus of compression underwear is the fact that it prevents the development of inflammatory processes.

Positive effects of compression garments:

• Reduced chance of seam divergence. Wearing these clothes constantly helps to lift the breast tissue, preventing them from moving. This effect significantly reduces the risk of large scarring after surgery.
• Maintenance of implants. During the recovery period, it is extremely important that endoprostheses are correctly positioned without provoking breast asymmetry. Compression underwear helps to avoid unpleasant consequences.
• Elimination of puffiness. While wearing a support bra, a massaging effect of tissues is created, as a result excess fluid is removed, and blood circulation is improved.
• Prevention of pain. Even minor touches to the breast after surgery can cause discomfort and pain, as the skin becomes even more sensitive in this area. Correctly selected high-quality underwear serves as a kind of barrier to unwanted contact.

Considering  the fact that after the operation the breast increases by a couple of sizes, which is a certain load for the spine. To avoid complications it is necessary to wear compression underwear day and night for a month.

Refusal from compression underwear after breast surgery: what is the threat?

A patient’s decision to remove a special bra before the due date is sometimes caused by some inconvenience. But there are many original models, the main thing is to choose the right product. Before you give up wearing such underwear, you should think about what side effects you may expect.

What complications can arise:

• the seam will part;
• decreased skin elasticity;
• the appearance of stretch marks;
• load on the spinal section;
• recurrent pain;
• the appearance of large scars;
• displacement of implants and breast asymmetry.

Do not forget that in addition to these unpleasant complications a second operation may be required. To summarise, in order to achieve a long-term beautiful result, it is necessary to strictly follow the doctor’s recommendations and regularly take care of the breast.

After the doctor allows you to not to put on compression underwear, you will need to responsibly choose a bra for every day. Products with straps that are too thin will definitely not work, they do not provide the necessary support. Choose soft structured models with wide straps. The cup should fully conform to the shape of the breast, and not squeeze it. Also pay attention to the seams, there should be no extra parts that can chafe the skin.

How to wear it correctly and why, this information can be obtained from your doctor. Only the surgeon knows all the details of the recovery period. In addition, he will tell you what degree of compression is best for you.