4 weeks out can I wear a spanx for stomach support!

[melissa'sjourney 1]

The right side of my stomach where the removal took place has a constant ache 4 weeks post op. Is a Spanx safe to wear?

[Bell1980 33]

I'm one month one week out I use spanxs I was in so much pain it actually helped hold me in didn't have a problem

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

Yes you can. Just be mindful it doesn't irritate your incisions.

[Galaxy Girl 68]

I wore Spanx three weeks out. Just make sure they are not too tight.

[Zzzombrie 86]

Light compression is great for healing. I had a top I was wearing the next day after surgery. My incisions were glued. Doc gave the OK so long as I washed them once a day.

[hildegardhamhocker 14]

Along this line, does anyone have suggestions for something like Spanx but less expensive? My Endocrinologist suggested this because he said weight distribution changes with weight loss and can make one "off-center" and also cause back pain. Thanks!

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

@ Target has a bodyshaper line that's pretty inexpensive. I forget what it's called.

[LipstickLady 25,682]

Go to Ross, TJ Maxx, Walmart. They have same stuff much cheaper.

[Galaxy Girl 68]

In addition to @@LipstickLady's suggestion, Burlington Coat Factory also has great body shapers less expensive.

[bella328i 91]

Maidenform makes one called flexees. They sale them at Walmart. and Kohls.

[Chubbyklink 18]

I used a post-partum belt. It was the best thing EVER! !!I liked that I could tighten it in just the right spot.

[hildegardhamhocker 14]

Thank you all for the great info on body shapers!!

[Zzzombrie 86]

I used a post-partum belt. It was the best thing EVER! !!I liked that I could tighten it in just the right spot.

I wish I would've had that idea. Most of my pain was from the weight of my stomach on my incisions.

[Zzzombrie 86]

I get all my Shapewear from Ross. Way cheaper than anywhere else. Although sometimes it's a crap shoot.

[Chubbyklink 18]

@@Zzzombrie

That was my issue too. It was perfect! I was convinced everyone should get one after having this surgery! !!