Do I need a special bra?
Thu, 07/05/2018 - 9:01PMI'm scheduled for my LVAD on 7/17/18. I have done a lot of research but can't seem to find much about bras. I'm a big breasted woman and worry that the weight of my breasts will pull on the incision and either tear it or at least increase the pain. I've seen special post surgical bras that are front closure with Velcro instead of the regular hooks but I don't know if I really need one. Front closure are supposed to be easier to put on after surgery but will a regular one rub against the incision? What have others done? Thanks for any help or suggestions you have.
Hi Bubbazuz! First of all,
Tue, 07/10/2018 - 3:06PMgood luck with your surgery.
Mon, 07/16/2018 - 7:12PMHello
Sun, 08/05/2018 - 8:38PMBras
Mon, 09/17/2018 - 8:36PMGood Evening
Unfortunately I am in the same road. Once I’m home. I take my bra off I got my pump two months ago. The Chest still hurts.
If you have any ideas let us know
Special bra
Mon, 10/01/2018 - 3:14PMI am a LVAD coordinator and former cardiothoracic ICU nurse. We have special bras in our hospital for woman with large breasts post-op in order to protect the incision. I would inquire at the hospital, I'm sure they have. Good luck!