Description
Dr. Vishnu Rumalla discusses some of the common questions that patients have about how to get dressed after plastic surgery. Our practice recommends choosing loose-fitting clothing, having someone help you dress, and always ensuring that your post-surgical binder is in correct position, if applicable. We're always here to help make your recovery smoother, so reach out at any time for more information.
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Welcome.
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This video is being created
to answer questions and concerns
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that seemingly come up
in a lot of post-operative courses.
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First and foremost,
do I really need to sleep in a chair?
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Yes, you need to sleep
in a chair or recliner
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and not just a bed that's elevated.
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Number two is how do I keep my arms
at my side and actually put clothes on?
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So Jamie over here
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is going to demonstrate
that a loved one puts…
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You put your arms down low
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and they pull the jacket
or article clothing over you.
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That's why we're requesting
that you don't wear something
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that has to be put over your head
but has a zipper or buttons.
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Next, important question
that's often asked is
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what should I do with my binder?
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When most of you that have a binder,
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it's been placed at the time of surgery
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and people ask,
where is the ideal position?
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The ideal position for that binder
is the lower strap is over the pubis.
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And the upper strap is below the ribs.
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If the binder has ridden into your ribs
and onto your chest is too high.
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If the binder is sitting completely
as one single panel
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instead of two panels,
then it's come together.
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If the binder is only over your hips
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where there's no coverage
over the top of the abdomen,
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then it's too low.
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Thank you.
