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Other Uses of Binder
Other Uses
An abdominal binder may be indicated and prescribed in other surgical procedures and situations, such as during pregnancy in certain situations, after the delivery of a baby and to support weak abdominal muscles due to aging. It may also be used for obesity or paralysis. Abdominal binders come in sizes from extra-small to small and medium, large and extra large and extra-extra large.
How to Use
An abdominal binder is usually applied in the operating room immediately after surgery. The physician prescribes instruction as to the length of time it should be worn. Usually for the first two weeks, it is worn constantly, after which it may only be removed for showers and then replaced.
After three weeks, it may need to be worn only in the daytime. The physician will give instructions based on your progress. Having two abdominal binders is highly recommended so they can be interchanged when one is being laundered.
Types
Straight abdominal binder: Place the patient in a supine position. Ask the patient to lift upward, using the legs, or roll the patient onto the binder. It should be smooth so that wrinkles do not cause pressure on the patient’s skin. Overlap the edges of the binder snugly over the abdomen. Holding it in place, fasten the binder with safety pins or Velcro.
Scultetus abdominal binder: Place the binder underneath the supine patient, being careful to check for underlying wrinkles. Lace the lower tail in a slightly oblique direction up the abdomen. Lace the tail on the opposite side in a similar way. Continue lacing in this interlocking fashion until all the tails have been neatly and securely placed.
Elastic net binder: Elastic net binders are used to hold. dressings in place and not for support. These binders come in a variety of circumferences. Begin by gathering the net in your hands, stretch it and slip it upward over the feet and legs to the position around the abdomen.
How to Measure
The proper measurement of the abdominal binder for a comfortable fit that applies the right amount of compression is important. The measurements and sizing must be done prior to having the surgical procedures.
Measurements are taken next to the skin without clothing. A stage 1 garment is worn for the first two weeks postoperatively. It is bigger and less tight to accommodate any initial swelling. A second stage garment is worn 2-8 weeks postoperatively or longer; it is a smaller and tighter binder.
Precautions
Individuals who are allergic to latex should use a latex-free abdominal binder. This will prevent an allergic reaction, which can include a rash, itching or swelling of the face, tongue and throat, and shortness of breath and difficulty breathing. This is a medical emergency. Immediate medical care must be administered if any of these symptoms occur
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