Compression garments

[Cpnh78]

Just curious. Why does here seem to be varied opinions about the length of time patients should wear compression garments? I just had m one week follow up and my Dr. Said I didn't need compression any longer. I googled it and see that answers range from a week to six weeks. I would think there would be a standard that is followed. Should I not listen to my doctor and keep wearing my compression garment?

[Dr. Elliot Jacobs]

Yes, doctors' post op care does vary according to their own experience with their patients.  There is no absolute right or wrong -- so there can not be a "standard."  What works for one patient or one doctor may not work for another.

I generally request a snug compression garment for a minimum of 4 weeks and a max of six weeks.  Just think, it cannot hurt and it could help.

Dr Jacobs

[Litlriki]

There are studies that suggest that compression has benefit up to six weeks. I recommend four weeks to most of my patients, and that's worked well. 

Rick Silverman