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I am just curious if they still have you wear a binder after surgery?

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I wore mine for a couple of weeks. It really helped with those unexpected coughs and sneezes!

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The BariatricPal Store carries the Premium Abdominal binder for Bariatric and Plastic Surgery by Deroyal at https://store.bariatricpal.com/products/premium-abdominal-binder-for-bariatric-and-plastic-surgery-by-deroyal. I personally didn't use one after either of my weight loss surgeries but patients tell me that it makes a HUGE difference. I used one after RNY reversal since that was an open procedure and I don't think I could have managed without it.

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They gave me one at the hospital the first time I got out of bed. I used it about a week or 2. It helped quite a bit because you don't have to use your hands to support your sore belly when moving around. Also, it makes walking more comfortable.

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Thanks everyone! I had an open procedure the first time and the binder was a Godsend so I am hoping for Lap this time :)

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Does the hospital usually have one available if you ask or do you need to purchase one?

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1 hour ago, Chiptress said:

Does the hospital usually have one available if you ask or do you need to purchase one?

Some do and some don't. I'd ask your surgeon prior to surgery.

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I did not have one or need one.

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Never was even offered one- maybe my surgeon doesn't believe of them ?

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I am just curious if they still have you wear a binder after surgery?
I will be 3 weeks out on Wednesday & I've wore mine constantly. I did remove it to wash it and could tell the difference in aches while moving around, bending etc.

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I think I wore mine for about 3 weeks for my first surgery :)

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