After certain plastic surgeries such as liposuction, it is recommended to wear a support panty. This helps to optimize the results while reducing the unpleasant effects of the operation.
How long should I wear a support panty and What are its advantages?
What is a compression garment?
A girdle is an elastic support garment worn by the patient after surgery such as liposuction or tummy tuck. Depending on the procedure, it can be a support panty, a bodysuit, an abdominal belt, etc.
The girdle has a compressive effect. Its purpose is to perfect the obtained result of the surgery while reducing the risk of the appearance of annoying postoperative side effects.
Its advantages for women
Wearing a compression panty has several advantages. Its compression and drainage action allows to:
-reduce postoperative edema
-limit the appearance of bruises
-ensure a good cicatrization
-increase the comfort of the patient
-reduce the risk of surface irregularities
-protect the operated area.
Although liposuction does not require large incisions, wearing a compression panty allows the skin to adhere better and heal easily.
By exerting compression on the treated area of the body, the girdle limits the movement of the tissues experienced by the surgery. As a result, the risk of surface irregularities that can occur after this type of surgery is reduced. Women feel more comfortable and gain comfort in their daily lives.
When is a support panty recommended?
The support panty is generally recommended after body contouring surgery. This is the case for abdominal liposuction, buttock liposuction, thigh liposuction or hips liposuction, it is also worn after a tummy tuck surgery.
It may also be indicated after liposuction of the knees or calves.
How long should you wear it?
The duration of wearing the support panty is about 3 to 4 weeks after the liposuction, it depends on the case of the patient. You will have to wear it day and night. After one or two days, you can remove it to shower and clean it.
