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Why a micromassage post-surgery support bra?

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The post-operative path after mammoplasty surgery requires specific care to ensure maximum recovery. As a result of an intervention we often experience circulatory fatigue, hence it is crucial to safeguard and support blood flow with due attention.

In this article we are going to answer many people about the mammoplasty surgery post-operative phase. Let's grasp how micromassage can contribute to the well-being of women who have undergone an additive or reduction mammoplasty intervention.

  • What is a post-surgical bra used for?
  • What bra to use after breast surgery?
  • What to do or not to do after a mammoplasty intervention?
  • Why does lymphatic massage enhance the post-operative phase?
  • What to wear after breast surgery?

What is a post-surgical bra used for?

There are many items available on the market but the most important thing in the first phase after breast surgery is to comply with the instructions provided by the surgeon who performed the operation. It will be possible to choose the model that best suits your habits only at a later stage. During recovery you can ask for medical advice regarding the devices in stock, from those in soft stretch fabric, to those made with special technologies that enhance blood and lymphatic circulation.

What bra to use after breast surgery?

The physician will advise you what aid to use in the first post-operative phase. Following breast surgery (augmentation or reduction mammoplasty, mastopexy, breast lift, breast reconstruction) it is extremely important to rely on the specialists who manage your recovery.

These bras are generally bandeau-style, supportive yet soft to the touch, provided with an adjustable front closure. The physician establishes how long the bra needs to be worn after a mammoplasty intervention depending on the characteristics of the patient.

The breast implant band must be positioned thoroughly complying with the instructions provided by the physician. Generally, it helps to provide additional support and compression in the affected area, contributing to the recovery process.

What to do or not to do after a mammoplasty intervention?

After mammoplasty surgery it is essential that the patient rests for a period established by the physician. The post-operative delay of bed rest is important to favour tissue healing, allow the body to gather its energies for recovering the blood and lymphatic circulatory system. Excessive efforts or lifting heavy weights are absolutely to be avoided for three or four weeks after the intervention.

The duration of post-mammoplasty surgery pain may vary from person to person. It is essential to comply with the surgeon's instructions, furthermore wearing the right post-operative bra is essential for proper healing.

For those who have undergone a mastectomy and use prostheses, it is advisable to opt for bras with internal prosthesis pockets providing adequate support and a comfortable fit.

Why does lymphatic massage enhance the post-operative phase?

The post-surgery bra plays a crucial role in providing support and comfort during the recovery period after a mammoplasty intervention. Its enveloping shape without hooks and seams in the reinforced areas ensures optimal support, contributing to improvement posture and edema reduction.

It is precisely to deal with problems such as lymphatic system fatigue that Solidea has created SKIN, the micromassage bra. The wave fabric, already present in several of our company's medical compression devices, favours circulation by applying a real massage on the tissues covered by the item.

The micromassaging texture of the bra enhances tissue drainage in the thoracic and sub-axillary region, contributing to the reduction of edema in the breast and underarm. This feature is particularly significant in the post-mammoplasty recovery process, ensuring smoother and more toned skin.

What to wear after breast surgery?

After mammoplasty or any other breast surgery, it is crucial to choose the right bra. Remember to opt for a device that adapts to different breast shapes and volumes, for maximum comfort in the post-operative period. A flexible structure is adjustable to any variation in the shape of the breast, guaranteeing ideal support.

Comply thoroughly with the medical instructions concerning the choice of items and the period during which you need to use the bra so as to achieve proper healing.

We recommend enriching your wardrobe with comfortable clothing that exerts no pressure on the area which has undergone surgery. Loose, soft clothes are often the best choice to ensure ease of movement.

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