Post-Op Abdominal Binder

Post-Operative Abdominal Support – Provides broad external compression and containment around the abdominal wall.

Double Adjustable Front Fastening – Allows the fit and compression level to be progressively adjusted.

100% Cotton Against the Skin – Soft, breathable and hypoallergenic cotton provides a comfortable skin-contact surface.

Elasticated Construction – Conforms around the abdomen while providing adjustable support.

Posterior Support Stays – Two light stays help maintain the shape of the binder and provide gentle posterior support.

Discreet Profile – Designed to fit beneath most everyday clothing.

Unisex Design – Suitable for both men and women.

Six Sizes & Two Colours – Available from Small to 3X Large in White or Black.

Indicated for abdominal support and containment following abdominal surgery and for abdominal-wall weakness where broad external compression is required.

May also be used following childbirth or for selected abdominal support requirements where this type of binder has been recommended by a healthcare professional.

What is the Post-Op Abdominal Binder used for?
It is designed to provide broad abdominal compression and support following certain abdominal operations or where external abdominal-wall containment has been recommended.

How tight should an abdominal binder be?
It should feel firm, secure and evenly tensioned without restricting normal breathing or causing pain, numbness, tingling or excessive pressure. More compression is not necessarily better. Orthotix Healthcare

How do I adjust the compression?
The double front fastening allows the tension to be applied gradually. Fasten the binder evenly so it remains flat across the abdomen rather than pulling one side considerably tighter than the other.

Can I wear it after abdominal surgery?
Yes, where abdominal compression has been recommended following the procedure. The position, tightness and wearing schedule should follow the advice provided by the surgical team because postoperative requirements vary between operations. Orthotix Healthcare

Can it be worn under clothing?
Yes. Its relatively low-profile design is intended to fit beneath most everyday clothing. Avoid tight outer clothing that adds unnecessary pressure over the binder or surgical area.

Is the binder suitable for sensitive skin?
The surface in contact with the skin is made from soft, breathable 100% cotton and is described by the manufacturer as hypoallergenic. Scribd

Can I sleep in the abdominal binder?
Only if this matches the instructions provided for your operation or condition. Some postoperative protocols involve extended wear, while other abdominal supports are removed overnight, so there is no universal schedule. Orthotix Healthcare

How do I choose the correct size?
Measure according to the product size guide rather than relying on normal clothing size. The binder should overlap securely without being stretched excessively or sitting so loosely that it slides or rotates.

Does an abdominal binder heal a hernia or surgical incision?
No. It provides external compression and support but does not repair an abdominal-wall opening or heal an incision by itself.