During pregnancy, doctors recommend wearing bandages starting at week 25. This orthopedic product will reduce the load on the spine, save the expectant mother from osteochondrosis, back pain, and provide support for the growing abdomen. In order for the bandage to be of exceptional benefit, these devices must be worn correctly.
Traditionally, the wearing of a bandage for pregnant women is prescribed by a gynecologist. Depending on the course of pregnancy, a special orthopedic product may come in handy at 22 weeks, and maybe at 30. Not everyone needs additional support, so it is not worth experimenting with the health of the expectant mother.
Features of wearing a bandage
The bandage helps prevent overwork, relieve fatigue, stress on the spine and legs. The product is recommended for wearing in case of multiple, difficult pregnancy, the threat of miscarriage, varicose veins, osteochondrosis or an active lifestyle, the presence of a scar on the uterus. The doctor will help you choose the size of the bandage, he must also demonstrate how to wear special underwear.
Due to the fact that the bandage fixes the position of the fetus, the device cannot be used if the child is not presented correctly. To determine the size of the product, you need to take measurements of the abdomen in the navel area. At the same time, the expectant mother should stand.
It is necessary to fix the wearing band at the correct level so as not to squeeze the fetus. Ideally, you should try on the special underwear of a pregnant woman lying down, lifting your hips, the bandage should pass along the lower part of the buttocks and under the belly. The model needs to be adjusted so that the woman feels comfortable, but the underwear is not too loose or tight.
How often should the bandage be worn
Regardless of the type, orthopedic products for pregnant women cannot be worn all the time. It is not recommended to wear the bandage at night. Ideally, half-hour breaks should be taken every 3-4 hours of wearing. From about 39 weeks, the bandage should be worn for the minimum amount of time - for walks or doing housework. It is at this time that the belly of a pregnant woman sinks, the child prepares for birth.
The easiest way to fix the bandage is by following the instructions on the package. But at the same time, you always need to rely on your own feelings. Be sure to consider the material from which the bandage is made. Materials of the new generation are shown to be worn by pregnant women, it is impossible to find special underwear exclusively made from natural fabrics, because products of this type must be elastic.
It is advisable to try on several models in the store at once in order to choose the most convenient one. If you want to wear a bandage after pregnancy, you can give preference to the universal option.
