Anyone out there still wear their binder?

[JT2002TJ 170]

It isn't required, but if you have used one post abdomen surgery, you will know that it does help. Even with laparoscopic surgery they are opening you up, and moving your anatomy around to gain clear access to your stomach. Until you fully heal, you have cuts in your abdomen muscles (which is why there is a huge risk of a hernia post op).

I only had iv pain meds the two nights in hospital (only at bedtime), was doing office work the next day in my hospital bed, and had 0 nausea. I didn't take any pain meds at home, and was walking a mile per day from day 3.

If I wasn't using the binder, I wouldn't have been able to walk as far, as we know there is some abdomen pain. By holding your stomach in place, you avoid pains associated with movement.

This is a very cheap aid to your recovery, if you can afford it, I would suggest it to everyone. It is something you will use for a week or two, until your abdomen pain just magically disappears. I would buy one, bring it with you to the hospital (i used mine day of surgery while I walked around the nursing stations), if they provide you one, you can simply return yours.

[Walter.Sobchak 978]

Are you joking? Why would you do those things?

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Because I am tough as nails.
Of course I am joking.
Why would I burn my drain site shut? It was an attempt at humor.

[JT2002TJ 170]

1 minute ago, Walter.Sobchak said:

Because I am tough as nails.
Of course I am joking.
Why would I burn my drain site shut? It was an attempt at humor.

I caught it and chuckled.

[Judy Gaer 43]

I didn't get a binder or drains or Band-Aids. My incisions are healing nicely 1 month out

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[niseys4 130]

I didn't get one of those. They didn't even talk about that during any meetings, appointments, etc.

Neither did I! It would've been nice to have that option though!

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[Rose400491 61]

It isn't required, but if you have used one post abdomen surgery, you will know that it does help. Even with laparoscopic surgery they are opening you up, and moving your anatomy around to gain clear access to your stomach. Until you fully heal, you have cuts in your abdomen muscles (which is why there is a huge risk of a hernia post op).
I only had iv pain meds the two nights in hospital (only at bedtime), was doing office work the next day in my hospital bed, and had 0 nausea. I didn't take any pain meds at home, and was walking a mile per day from day 3.
If I wasn't using the binder, I wouldn't have been able to walk as far, as we know there is some abdomen pain. By holding your stomach in place, you avoid pains associated with movement.
This is a very cheap aid to your recovery, if you can afford it, I would suggest it to everyone. It is something you will use for a week or two, until your abdomen pain just magically disappears. I would buy one, bring it with you to the hospital (i used mine day of surgery while I walked around the nursing stations), if they provide you one, you can simply return yours.

I couldn’t have said it better! Thank you very much!

[MissMeowsy 23]

I didn't get a binder. I'm 6 months post-op (or will be in 2 days) and down 92 pounds.

I've ordered one, though, and here's why: my back goes through periods of extreme pain as my body adjusts to weight loss.

Hold onto your binders. They are supposed to help with the back ache.

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[Walter.Sobchak 978]

That is such a good point. I am down 70 pounds, but my lower back still hurts pretty bad on some days.

[JloCuchara 5]

On 11/14/2017 at 2:13 PM, Rose400491 said:

I’m one month post-op and I don’t need to wear my binder anymore for my incisions however I like wearing it to the gym and for work (I have a very physical job, up and down ladders, lifting and bending down). I like the support it gives me.

Anyone else do this?

I am exactly 8 days post op. I had laparoscopic as well. I was given a white binder as well. My doctor gives them to all patients he says it helps the belly stay in place better as you move around. He will make his patients that had a hernia fixed wear them until their first check up but He said that I only had to wear it when I walk around, since I didn't have a hernia, but I wear it all the time unless i am in the shower. It gives me relief while walking around as well as when i lay in bed. I got my drain taken out the day i left the hospital and took off the gauze that was tapped down just yesterday as the doctor said it was ok. Still can't shower "normal" as they don't want to have my incisions get "soaked" so i wash my body normally minus the belly and do as they say and let my Shampoo just run down the belly. I still have the clear "glue" over all the incisions still and they said they will come off on their own. I go back for my first check up in a few weeks. I am amazed at hose much weight i have lost in just 8 days! 21.6 pounds already. I don't see a physical difference really except my face seems a little thinner but the scales show im doing great so im pretty excited

Edited November 16, 2017 by JloCuchara

[Rose400491 61]

I am exactly 8 days post op. I had laparoscopic as well. I was given a white binder as well. My doctor gives them to all patients he says it helps the belly stay in place better as you move around. He will make his patients that had a hernia fixed wear them until their first check up but He said that I only had to wear it when I walk around, since I didn't have a hernia, but I wear it all the time unless i am in the shower. It gives me relief while walking around as well as when i lay in bed. I got my drain taken out the day i left the hospital and took off the gauze that was tapped down just yesterday as the doctor said it was ok. Still can't shower "normal" as they don't want to have my incisions get "soaked" so i wash my body normally minus the belly and do as they say and let my Shampoo just run down the belly. I still have the clear "glue" over all the incisions still and they said they will come off on their own. I go back for my first check up in a few weeks. I am amazed at hose much weight i have lost in just 8 days! 21.6 pounds already. I don't see a physical difference really except my face seems a little thinner but the scales show im doing great so im pretty excited [emoji4]

That’s awesome to hear! You’re doing great! It gets alittle better everyday. I had strips on my incisions that came off in a week and I was told not to pull them no matter how close they are to falling off and to get a cup of Water and antibacterial soap and just run it over your belly a few times then rinse and pat dry.

[FishOn 75]

On 11/14/2017 at 11:40 AM, Rose400491 said:

Oh yikes I’ve never heard of someone not being sent home with a binder. It is an undergarment (usually Velcro to adjust) for compression and it’s also protects the incision and makes it so you don’t put strain on your stomach makes it alittle tougher to bend down.
It looks like this!

Never got one of those and first time hearing about it.

[sigi 9]

Never had one either.

[Diana92 7]

I woke up in recovery with it on.. with out it I wouldnt know what to do with myself.

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[ShelbyMoore 84]

My Dr told me he’d rather me listen to my body and react to it’s natural pain, if I have any. The binder might make one over do it as it may help minimize pain that some people have. Also, he wants me to work my stomach muscles as I’m able. The binder will hold everything in but it also minimizes using stomach muscles. He said “ don’t be afraid to use your stomach muscles”. Start slow and work up to more as the days progress.

I’m 28 days out and had minimal pain after surgery. I began walking the neighborhood 5 days out and continue to walk nearly every day. I slowly work my stomach muscles. I would not want to use a binder.

[Heather S 17]

I never got a binder. It wasn't offered so I guess it's a good thing..

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