What is an Abdominal Binder?
Sometimes after back injury or surgery to the abdomen, doctors may recommend the use of an abdominal binder. Though there are many variations on this piece of medical equipment, it can be said that most are large pieces of somewhat elasticized fabric that fit snugly around the abdomen and the upper hips. Most feature an attachment of some kind, made of materials like Velcro® that allow for slight adjustment of the binder for different sized people. When people have suffered minor lower back injuries or have significant lower back pain, doctors or related medical professionals like chiropractors, can prescribe an abdominal binder. Usually, they simply ask patients to pick one up from a local drug store where several types may be available. It’s thought that the compression on the back helps to keep the back in better position, and it also supports the abdomen. This may help reduce some back pain and promote more ergonomic sitting and standing positions. Binders in drugs stores do come i
