An abdominal binder, or surgical binder provides support and compression to the upper and lower abdomen weakened by strain or the postoperative phase of surgery. It is basically a compression belt that encircles your abdomen without restricting breathing or muscle redevelopment. It is available in a variety of sizes and widths, and its material can be cut to accommodate drainage tubes without unwrapping. The binder also helps improve blood circulation and oxygen levels at the surgical site.
It also increases the healing process and allows the patient to have a speedy recovery. Some abdominal binders feature straps that hold surgical tubes in place, and others offer lumbar support for treatment of low back pain. Additional benefits of using an abdominal binder include less post-operative pain, reduced swelling, decreased psychological distress following a procedure, improved deep breathing. Using an abdominal binder after a hysterectomy may help strengthen abdominal muscles and make physical activity more comfortable.
Some people wear an abdominal binder to help support their core during daily activities and heavy lifting. Women may use an abdominal binder after vaginal childbirth to help shrink the uterus and lose weight. You may wake up from anesthesia after abdominal surgery wearing an abdominal binder. Depending on the type of surgery you have, an abdominal binder may be worn for up to six weeks or for the full the duration of your recovery.
As you heal, your doctor may let you wear the binder less. You can also purchase abdominal binders at most drugstores or medical supply stores.
To determine your size, measure the widest part of your body the binder will cover. For women, the widest part is usually the hips.
Wrap the abdominal binder around your abdomen, under your clothes, with the closures in the front. Make sure the binder is snug, but not too tight. You should be able to breathe comfortably. Keep the abdominal binder clean and dry. If it gets wet or dirty, it may irritate your skin or increase your risk of infection. Most abdominal binders may be spot-cleaned and air dried. Wearing an abdominal binder is generally well-tolerated. Some people find it uncomfortable and hot. Compression garments may cause an allergic reaction, itching, rash, and other skin irritations.
To reduce your risk, use an abdominal binder that fits properly and is made of hypoallergenic fabric. DVT occurs when a blood clot develops in at least one of the deep veins in your body. One study showed that abdominal binders increase intra-abdominal pressure. This may be associated with the development of DVT. Because abdominal surgery alone increases DVT risk, this leads some to question if using an abdominal binder after abdominal surgery is a good idea.
On the other hand, a major DVT risk factor is immobility after surgery. They are also thought to aid in proper circulation, so you may heal more quickly and keep your torso more stable, reducing risk of injury or slowed healing. Women who have had their uterus removed are often comforted by the support of a surgical binder.
While there is no requirement that women wear surgery binders after a hysterectomy, it can help to keep your torso stable and remind you to stay cautious after surgery. If you have any kind of lower back surgery, a surgery binder can help hold your torso in place after the braces come off. They can also help to support your back and reduce risk of hernia. There are other surgeries that can be performed on the lower abdomen which cause the abdomen to sag or stretch. Compression surgery binders keep your abdomen tight and contained, and help patients to avoid any movement that may move stitches, causing pain and discomfort.
They are also flexible and allow the doctor to view the stitches, staples, or scar and ensure that healing is progressing properly. Surgery binders come in a number of sizes and can be purchased for particular uses.
Most are sized to fit over the lower abdomen, from the hips to just below the chest.
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