Dr. Nicholson Waist Binder?

[sandipq 8]

Does anyone out there that had Dr. Nick know if he offers a waist binder. I asked at his office today and the lady said she thought you can request one.

[aaron1976 19]

It never came up for me. But I didn't ask either.

[katiepot 10]

I purchased mind @ CVS for $30

[mufasas-mom 170]

From knee surgery last year i have a large 5" wide ace bandage do you think that could work?

[momo 0]

I've never heard of a waist binder, what is the purpose of it?

[SleeveandRNYchica 1,155]

I second Momo's question....what is it for?

[SleeveandRNYchica 1,155]

Found this online:

Functions

An abdominal binder serves many important functions, especially in the early postoperative stages of an abdominal surgical procedure. An abdominal binder provides compression and support to both the upper and lower abdomen. It helps to improve blood circulation and oxygen levels at the operative site, increases healing and reduces swelling. With all these improvements, the patient is able to get out of bed sooner and walk around more easily. This further improves breathing and promotes the healing process and a speedy recovery.

[prettysleeved1 173]

The nurses in the hospital should offer you one. They offered me one but I declined it. I had one from a previous abdominal surgery a couple of years ago. It does help with pain somewhat.

[On my Waaaay 21]

Does anyone out there that had Dr. Nick know if he offers a waist binder. I asked at his office today and the lady said she thought you can request one.

I was sleeved by Dr. Nicholson and the nurses at the Ncholson Clinic made sure that I asked at the Hospital for one before I left. The binder really helped when I moved or coughed in the first weeks of recovery!!! My best to you!