I asked my cancer surgeon, breast reconstruction surgeon, oncologist, and radiologist about bras and everyone let me down. It wasn't until I developed lymphedema and fibrosis that I met a therapist that put in an order for a compression bra for me. You'd think that once you get cancer that your team would do everything they can to help you, but they don't even communicate. Thank you for providing this information!
Thank you for sharing. I had similar frustrations! It took me a while to realize it (and I’m not fully there!) but our surgeons and oncologists are experts in treating cancer. They can’t also be experts in recovery, rehab, nutrition, counselling, etc….although I wish they were.
I ended up wearing the Luma post-exchange surgery (after first wearing a provided masthead surgical bra), and I love it. I’m a runner and it’s been great for providing support during runs, but I also end up reaching for it for everyday use. It offers a lot more support and shaping than other budget options I tried in front zip bras. Haven’t tried the other Prairie Wear styles - I wanted something with good support without too much coverage, and the Luma fit that description well.
Thanks so much for your feedback! Yes, the support of the HuggerLUMA is great for higher impact exercise like running. Even though the compression is medium to high it doesn't feel so tight that I want to take it off immediately after I exercise. All the best with your recovery!
I did a video on radiation skin care tips - th-cam.com/video/2XXrP5qCPqA/w-d-xo.html. I wasn’t told anything at the time from my radiation team, but started looking into it when I was compiling information for this video. Hope that helps!
@breast-cancer-rehab I saw that video as well,the tips you gave helped me enormously! I am currently in the expansion process and my skin feels very taught and tender. I know it's because of radiation and the exercises help a lot but I was wondering if maybe there is a cream or lotion specifically designed to help Anyway, great video and info! Thank you
I didn’t get much help with bras either. I woke up in a surgical (Dale’s) one after my bilateral mastectomy and was advised to “go on Amazon” to find others! I bought a $50 one and a $13 Fruit of the Loom front closing sports bra recommended on a post mastectomy post and I liked that one better, although I still like to sleep in the Dale’s! I brought a bra to my exchange surgery and woke up in yet another given to me by my plastic surgeon. So confusing! I am going to give these a try! Thanks Erica !
Yes, very confusing especially when it seems like there’s no standard for a bra post-surgery. I got one off Amazon too. It worked fine post-surgery but not when I had lymphedema. Check back in to leave feedback once you give one of these Huggers a try.
I agree! I had no idea what to wear post-surgery and especially when I had lymphedema. Let me know your feedback if you try one of the compression bras.
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I asked my cancer surgeon, breast reconstruction surgeon, oncologist, and radiologist about bras and everyone let me down. It wasn't until I developed lymphedema and fibrosis that I met a therapist that put in an order for a compression bra for me. You'd think that once you get cancer that your team would do everything they can to help you, but they don't even communicate. Thank you for providing this information!
Thank you for sharing. I had similar frustrations! It took me a while to realize it (and I’m not fully there!) but our surgeons and oncologists are experts in treating cancer. They can’t also be experts in recovery, rehab, nutrition, counselling, etc….although I wish they were.
I ended up wearing the Luma post-exchange surgery (after first wearing a provided masthead surgical bra), and I love it. I’m a runner and it’s been great for providing support during runs, but I also end up reaching for it for everyday use. It offers a lot more support and shaping than other budget options I tried in front zip bras. Haven’t tried the other Prairie Wear styles - I wanted something with good support without too much coverage, and the Luma fit that description well.
Thanks so much for your feedback! Yes, the support of the HuggerLUMA is great for higher impact exercise like running. Even though the compression is medium to high it doesn't feel so tight that I want to take it off immediately after I exercise. All the best with your recovery!
Thank you so much. This is very helpful.
You're very welcome!
Thanks Erica. This was so informative.
Glad it was helpful!
Great information. Thank you Erica! Could you make a video on creams or lotions one can use to hydrate the skin especially radiated skin?
I did a video on radiation skin care tips - th-cam.com/video/2XXrP5qCPqA/w-d-xo.html. I wasn’t told anything at the time from my radiation team, but started looking into it when I was compiling information for this video. Hope that helps!
@breast-cancer-rehab I saw that video as well,the tips you gave helped me enormously! I am currently in the expansion process and my skin feels very taught and tender. I know it's because of radiation and the exercises help a lot but I was wondering if maybe there is a cream or lotion specifically designed to help
Anyway, great video and info! Thank you
I forgot to mention that the brands you mentioned are not available where I live but maybe I could look for something with similar active ingredients
Sure, hope you can find something that helps.
I didn’t get much help with bras either. I woke up in a surgical (Dale’s) one after my bilateral mastectomy and was advised to “go on Amazon” to find others! I bought a $50 one and a $13 Fruit of the Loom front closing sports bra recommended on a post mastectomy post and I liked that one better, although I still like to sleep in the Dale’s! I brought a bra to my exchange surgery and woke up in yet another given to me by my plastic surgeon. So confusing! I am going to give these a try! Thanks Erica !
Yes, very confusing especially when it seems like there’s no standard for a bra post-surgery. I got one off Amazon too. It worked fine post-surgery but not when I had lymphedema. Check back in to leave feedback once you give one of these Huggers a try.
@@breast-cancer-rehab Will do & thanks again for your channel. It has been beyond helpful and comforting at the same time!
This is great as it seems very difficult to find proper compression bras
I agree! I had no idea what to wear post-surgery and especially when I had lymphedema. Let me know your feedback if you try one of the compression bras.