Lymph Relief Bras – Compression Bras For Lymphedema and Post-Surgery
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Compression Bras And Garments for Lymphedema and Post-Op: FAQs About Compression Bras
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After breast surgery, the importance of post-surgical compression cannot be under estimated. A post surgical compression bra can help reduce and manage swelling, improve circulation and help prevent lymphedema, among other benefits. Choosing the best compression bra for post-op can not only affect how you feel wearing it, but also how quickly you heal. We carry a large selection of comfortable, effective, and attractive compression bras, compression vests, compression tops, compression camisoles and other compression shapewear that fit well and promote healing for post-op, lymphedema, and other medical conditions, and making the best decision for your particular needs can feel overwhelming. Therefore, we have created a list of some of the most frequently asked questions about compression bras which will help you in your product selection decision-making process. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions about compression bras.
What Types Of Breast Surgery Are Compression Bras Suited For
Compression bras (post surgical bra or post op bra) were specifically designed to help you look and feel good during and after your post-surgical recovery, as well as to provide a wide array of post-operative healing benefits. Post op compression bras are ideally suited for a variety of different breast surgery procedures, including:
- breast cancer surgery
- breast removal surgery (mastectomy and double mastectomy)
- breast reduction surgery
- breast uplift surgery
- breast augmentation surgery
- breast reconstruction surgery
- other breast surgery
Does Having Breast Surgery Increase My Risk For Lymphedema
Having breast surgery does increase the odds of having lymphedema develop, with the risk being highest when the surgery involves axillary lymph node dissection and radiation, which is associated with treatment for breast cancer.
How Does Having Breast Surgery Increase My Risk For Lymphedema
Breast surgery performed for treating cancer will increase the odds of developing lymphedema as some of the surgical procedures performed during breast cancer surgery can include removal of the lymph nodes within your lymphatic system.
What Is Lymphedema
Lymphedema is a medical condition that’s caused by a blockage in the lymph system that leads to an accumulation of lymph fluid. Often occurring when lymph nodes have been removed and/or damaged in the course of treatment for cancer, swelling from lymphedema can be uncomfortable, even painful. Lymphedema can affect many parts of the body, including the arms, legs, and chest.
How Long Does It Take For Lymphedema To Develop
If lymphedema does develop as a result of having breast surgery, it can occur months or even years after the breast surgery procedure.
Can Lymphedema Be Cured
While there’s no cure for lymphedema, compression is one of the most effective ways to manage this chronic condition. Compression garments, such as compression bras, compress a focused area of the body in order to promote the drainage of lymph fluid.
What Do Compression Bras Do
Compression bras provide constant, gentle compression to the breasts, under the arms, and around the upper chest. Compression bras can also be extremely helpful after breast surgery or lymph node surgery, because the bras can help prevent swelling and inflammation, which helps reduce the risk of infection.
Are Compression Bras The Same Things As Sports Bras
Compression bras are not the same as sports compression bras, which simply provide ample coverage, fit tightly, and compress the breasts to prevent bounce during recreational activities.
What Are Compression Bras For Lymphedema
Some compression bras are specially designed bras for lymphedema. While similar to a standard compression bra, compression bras for lymphedema are generally designed with special textured fabric which provides a massaging effect that helps stimulate lymph fluid drainage.
Why Wear A Compression Bra After Breast Surgery
Wearing a compression bra after breast surgery can help prevent excessive swelling and promote healing. Also, the compression that a post op bra will provide will help promote the flow lymphatic fluid throughout the breast area, helping to reduce the chances for the development of lymphedema.
How Long Should I Wear A Compression Bra After Breast Surgery
You should consult with your surgeon or lymphedema specialist to get specific recommendations for how long you should wear a compression bra. Oftentimes the recommendation will be for two weeks to six weeks after surgery.
When Can I Take My Compression Bra Off
You should consult with your surgeon or lymphedema specialist to get specific recommendations for when you can take your compression bra off. In your first weeks after surgery, you might need to wear our compression bra 24/7 (except for showering or changing bras).
Getting The Right fit In A Compression Bra
When buying a compression bra, you need to look for a bra that applies the right amount of pressure, fits you well, and is relatively comfortable to wear. A bra specialist or lymphedema specialist can help you choose the right bra.
Caring For Your Compression Bra
While most compression bras can be machine-washed, you’ll get more life out of your bra if you hand wash it in cold water, with a mild detergent. Fill a sink with cold water, add a small amount of detergent, and let your compression bra soak for an hour or so. Then rinse your compression bra in cold water, press the bra to remove any excess water, and lay it on a counter to air-dry.
What Is The Best Compression Bra For Lymphedema Or Post-Surgery
The best compression bra is the one that provides the correct amount of pressure, fits well, and is relatively comfortable.
What Are The Top Brands Of Compression Bras
At Bandages Plus, we have compression bras, vests, tops and camisoles from some of the top manufacturers, including: Prairie Wear, Anita Unique Bodywear, Wear Ease, JoviPak Bellisse, and Sigvaris.
If you have any questions about compression bras, please call for assistance, (800) 770-1032 or e-mail info@bandagesplus.com.
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Additional Resources For Breast Surgery Post Operative Health And Wellness
Click here to read more about breast cancer surgery: post-op mastectomy compression bras.
Click here to read more about the importance of choosing the right post surgical bra after breast surgery.
Click here to read more about understanding the difference between surgical bras, mastectomy bras and chest compression garments.