Abdominal Surgical Binder Wrap for Stomach Post Surgery Compression C section Postpartum Support Recovery after Hysterectomy Belly Band

Size 12 short inseam in both Prana pants and Levi 545 fit me so I selected this binder in a size XL. I tried it on before my surgery and it fit, it also fit AFTER my TAH surgery so it accommodates the swelling that happened. *following Dr orders about icing helps minimize the amount swelling experienced, however I feel like even if I hadn’t done this it would still fit sue to the amount of stretch in this product.Due to the strong elastic in the three wide straps there is plenty of give to adjust the width and accommodate a variety of body shapes and levels of swelling.Hospital provided me with a basic Medline binder, which was elastic all over, with coarse velcro that immediately results in a ratty used look on day 1 of use (see my included images, the first few are this product and the last two are the medline).I like the Pazwean binder better because it is softer, the velcro style isnt as aggressive on the skin if it happens to touch while you are fastening it, and it still looks new after 5weeks of nearly continuous use and launderings (I only wear mine when standing or walking, though i did fall asleep wearing it on once while laying semi reclined. It’s made of a soft breathable cotton and has quality stitching aka smooth stitching that doesn't irritate the skin.~ Of special note the band is supposed to be worn with the tag facing OUTWARD away from the skin, that kind of threw me for a second as it’s in not in what I consider to be a normal tag location.The velcro on the binder is an interesting grade as its not coarse, I can run my fingers over it and it feels almost smooth but it definitely has grab to it and excellent hold when fastened in place offering SECURE compression that doesnt budge *assuming one has purchased the correct size for themselves. The securing capability is on par with the band provided to me by the hospital. I also felt the Pazwean binder is easier to secure around my body since its not entirely elastic (just the front part) less opportunities for the elastic to accidentally catch on the fabric while you are attempting to get it into place, at least during the first couple weeks when I was at my weakest and experiencing the most pain. It gradually gets easier as painlevels subside and become less frequent.It is helping alleviate my back pain (those are some of the muscles that have been helping me compensate during initial recovery) and made walking more tolerable (first couple weeks a walker also helped me a lot). Support at the surgery site is a MUST, it aids a lot in the recovery process.Liked this band so much I bought two, to alternate between washings.I chose this brand because of the high ratings and fair price. Happy to report the reviews are accurate! Very happy with it definitely recommend.

I love these binders! I have had mine for 2 years now, and still going strong. (Hand wash and hang dry!)I had major abdominal surgery in 2020 and needed support 24/7 for 8 weeks afterwards. Before surgery, I ordered 3 of these, because hospital binders absolutely suck. I got 1 in pink-just because- and 2 in plain ol' white, to look more "medical" to my skeptical surgeon-lol. I still wear them to this day for back support and to remind me to hold in my tummy! Still super-helpful to relieve pain and support the heaviness i feel when my body is collecting fluid in my belly because of my ongoing health issue.The things I LOVE about these binders:The size tag is on the OUTSIDE. Thank you so very much! Tags make me crazy-itchy!!The thoughtful little pockets on the insides! One in front over the pelvic area, and one in back over the lumbosacral area. They are perfectly sized for slipping those little "instant heat" warmers or 'ice' packs into. What a relief! I kinda wish there was one on the outside front, too, to hold my TENS unit, but you can't have everything...Hooray! Soft and comfy cotton next to your skin! Not itchy or or hot the way that those all-elastic binders are. The velcro doesn't curl or scratch.Doesn't feel bulky. Conforms to your shape- whatever it may be. You can easily adjust it wherever you need it. None of that either "tighter all over" or "looser all over" crap.Doesn't show under clothes- unless they are quite thin and/or tight.The price is right! So- what else do you want? These are the best things I've ever found. The dozens of other binders I have bought and hated went to Charity- hopefully some else can make use of them- because I couldn't. These are the ones for me!

This binder is more comfortable and easier to put on than the one I got at the hospital (where it took 2 people to put it on). My only issue is that it looks like it was sewn inside out. If they would get their quality control in check, it would be even better.These binds are true to size, so if you are buying this for laparoscopic hysterectomy post-op care, you may want to size up, then go down to your normal size as the swelling goes down. They wash and dry well (on low temp). I did wear mine with a bamboo corset liner, so I didn’t have to wash it every single day. I washed the liners each day, and washed and dried the binder every 3 days, and it held up really well. I only wore it almost all day for the first two weeks, then only when I went out on my daily walks, so I wouldn’t feel like my insides were falling out with each step lol.

I use this to put over a castor oil pack so my sheets don't get greasy. Very adjustable, nice and sturdy. Easy to sleep with