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What to wear after surgery

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Start with what your procedure will allow you to put on, sit in and take off comfortably.

Your surgical team can explain the dressings, drains, movement restrictions and any prescribed compression to plan for. Ask about these before buying clothes. You may already have what you need at home.

Think through getting dressed

Look at the clothes you plan to pack and the movements needed to put them on. A top may need to go over your head. Trousers may require bending or balancing. Buttons and zips may be difficult if your hand or arm movement will be limited.

Ask your team which movements you will need to avoid and whether front openings or a different dressing technique would help. Include anyone who will be helping you dress in that conversation.

Check the fit while seated

Clothes can feel quite different sitting down. Notice where the waistband, seams and fastenings sit. Ask whether there will be enough room for swelling or dressings around the surgical area.

Ask how any drains should be secured and whether your clothing allows the access your team needs. Any prescribed compression garment has a specific purpose. Follow your clinician’s instructions about wearing it.

Choose for the hours you will wear it

Consider fabric you find comfortable against your skin and clothes that are easy to wash. Check care labels so the person doing the laundry knows what is needed.

Set aside something suitable for the journey home and your follow-up appointments. Keep your own preferences in the decision. A colour or style you enjoy wearing still matters.

Needing help to dress can also feel quite personal. Our article on feeling vulnerable after surgery looks at accepting care, privacy and explaining what support you need.

Your story counts

What did you wear after surgery? What worked and what made dressing harder than it needed to be? Your experience could help someone preparing for their own recovery.

You can get in touch to share your healing journey. Let us know you are interested and we will be in touch.

General clothing guidance. Follow your surgical team’s instructions for your procedure.

Sources
  1. Better Health Channel, Victoria, Day surgery
  2. Southern NSW Local Health District, Your surgery journey
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