Bandage belt for pregnant women

Despite the fact that pregnancy is a natural state for the female body, not everyone has this process smoothly. The child develops, and at the same time, the load on the spine increases, often there is a feeling of pain in the back and heaviness in the legs. In order for the pregnancy to proceed comfortably, as well as to reduce the likelihood of complications, the doctor may prescribe you wearing a bandage.

Bandage (translated from French bandage - dressing) - elastic orthopedic device for supporting the abdomen of a woman in the second half of pregnancy. By appointment, bandages are prenatal, postnatal and universal. This device, if chosen correctly, will evenly distribute the load on the internal organs and lower back, and also relieve pain in case of osteochondrosis and curvature of the spine. Wearing the product will bring significant relief to a woman with pain and heaviness in the legs due to varicose veins. If your skin is prone to stretch marks, a bandage will help you avoid them or minimize the risk of them.

Situations when the doctor may prescribe a bandage for you.

• At the end of pregnancy (in the third trimester);
• If you are not having your first pregnancy and have weak pelvic muscles;
• With a low location of the placenta and the threat of miscarriage;
• In the case of a caesarean section in the past;
• With multiple pregnancy or a large fetus;
• Problems with the spine, narrow pelvis, varicose veins;
• Symphysiopathy (pain in the womb);
• If you are active, move a lot even in the last months;

From the time the child begins to grow (from about 20 weeks). However, this is all individual: for example, if you had a caesarean section before, then you are shown wearing a special device much earlier (somewhere from the 16th week). If nothing bothers you, then you can purchase and wear it later - a week from the 28th.

The main and most important contraindication is the incorrect position of the fetus in the womb. In this case, the bandage can prevent the baby from rolling over, because one of its properties is fixative. Contraindications also include the presence of skin infections and hypersensitivity to the material of the product.

They produce models of different designs:

• Bandage-panties. This women's underwear with compression in the right places and a high elasticated tummy is comfortable to wear, comfortable and easy to hide under clothing. But there are also disadvantages - it is worn without underwear, which means that it is often washed, which leads to a loss of elasticity and appearance. So if you chose this option, you will have to buy at least two units. In addition, such a product can only be removed at home, and this is inconvenient. Bandage panties should not be worn with swelling, and if you have a large belly, they will not provide sufficient support.
• Universal bandage belt for pregnant women. This is a wide ribbon, narrowed towards the ends. During pregnancy, the belt is worn with a wide part back to support and unload the spine. For this purpose, additional stiffening ribs are sometimes inserted into the wide part of the belt, which, if necessary, can be removed. The narrow part is fastened under the stomach, firmly supporting it. Velcro allows you to adjust the required volume of the product.

There is an opinion that wearing a bandage after childbirth is useful for losing weight and regaining shape. It will help to quickly restore the tone of muscles and skin, relieve stretch marks. From this point of view, the universal brace is good for its practicality: just turn it upside down so that the narrow part is located on the back, and the wide part is on the stomach.

Bandage belt. It is a wide band with high elasticity and Velcro fastening. Unlike bandage-panties, it is put on underwear, it is very comfortable in the hot season.

The belt model with a "hood" - a wide insert made of elastic fabric with zoned compression - has gained wide popularity and a lot of positive reviews. This version of the product provides gentle support and protection of the tummy, "grows" and changes with it, evenly distributing the load.

The desired size is selected according to the circumference of the hips, measured under the stomach according to the scale on the package. Measurements must be taken immediately before purchase. A correctly chosen model should not restrict movement, cause discomfort, twist or rub the skin.

It must be put on in a prone position on a hard or semi-rigid surface, slightly raising the pelvis, securing the clasp on the exhale. This will help to fix the stomach in the correct position, preventing the uterine prolapse and without squeezing it.It is important to ensure that blood circulation in the soft tissues is not disturbed - the bandage should support the stomach, and not put pressure on it.

It is necessary to use a bandage only when you are on your feet, it is removed during rest. You can wear the product for a maximum of three hours in a row, then take a break for 40 minutes. The total wearing time should not exceed 14 hours a day.

Do not forget that you must solve all questions regarding the choice and wearing of a bandage belt with your obstetrician-gynecologist.

How to choose and wear a bandage - in the next video.