--- title: Why Wear a Postoperative Bra? description: Looking for the best bra for after heart surgery? 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Posted by [Heart Hugger](https://blog.hearthugger.com/author/heart-hugger) on Nov 14, 2019 9:43:03 AM ![close up of woman wearing support bra after surgery](https://blog.hearthugger.com/hs-fs/hubfs/postoperative-bra.jpg?width=1240&name=postoperative-bra.jpg "close up of woman wearing support bra after surgery") No matter what kind of chest operation you're having, a [postoperative bra](https://blog.hearthugger.com/choosing-right-post-operative-bra) can help make the healing process easier, faster, and more comfortable. Read on to find out precisely what this simple but powerful garment can do for you! ## What is a Postoperative Bra? A [postoperative bra](https://www.hearthugger.com/surgi-support-vest) is a unique combination of "garment" and "device." Just like the name suggests, it's something you wear after a chest operation. However, thanks to specialized shaping, unique support mechanisms, and ample locations for surgical drain tubes, these postoperative bras are more than just a tool. They're quickly becoming an indispensable part of the healing process, and a favorite among both doctors and patients. ## What Can a Postoperative Bra Do? So, why should you wear a postoperative bra after any chest surgery? There are three main reasons: comfort, compression, and healing.  Let's take a closer look at these benefits.  #### **#1: Offer Comfort** Postoperative bras provide support in all the right places, which means they can make you more comfortable throughout the healing process. They're also designed to allow for the kind of movement your doctor will recommend as part of your rehabilitation. #### **#2: Provide Compression** Compression doesn't just improve comfort; it also helps limit the risk of complications after chest surgery. By stabilizing the entire area without restricting movement or breathing, postoperative bras help limit scarring, swelling, and even infection. #### **#3: Promote Healing** Although it sounds too good to be true, something as simple and stress-free as a postoperative bra can speed up the healing process. The garment requires minimal effort on your part. Still, it continually works to keep your incision site safe and improve blood circulation throughout your body--which, in turn, makes healing more comfortable and faster. Want to learn more about postoperative bras and what they do for the healing process? We're here to help. 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