Surgical Bra, Post-Op Bra, Compression Bra

What to look for in your compression bra:
• Front closure -makes dressing easier when arm movement is limited
• Wire-free - with no rough seams against recovering skin
• Zoned, gradient compression - support where you need it, softness where you don't
• Skin-safe, breathable fabric - To reduce irritation and keep sensitive, healing skin comfortable.

What about "medical grade compression"?

We want to be clear that, to our knowledge, there is no comprehensive or regulated compression value for "medical grade compression" - particularly in a compression bra.

For Class I Compression Garments – including bras – there is no compression value definition for “medical grade compression” (U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Title 21). Huggers are a Class 1 Medical Compression Garment, you can read more in What compression level are the Huggers?

Is a sports bra the same thing?

No, most sports bras manage motion for an hour or two; a compression bra supports healing and movement all throughout your recovery and well after. We wrote the full comparison here: Compression bra vs. sports bra.

Do you really need one?

Most surgeons recommend some version of gentle, consistent support after surgery. Always consult your medical professional with any compression questions you have specific to your recovery.

Take a look at our post-surgery compression bras collection and if your med pro has any questions about Huggers, have them reach out to us directly at yoursupport@prairiewear.com or give us a call at 888-746-7360.

Surgical Bra, Post-Op Bra, Compression Bra - What's the Difference?

Different names, same garment :) Whatever your surgeon calls it - a surgical bra, a post-op bra, a recovery bra, or a compression bra, the job is the same: gentle, zoned, gradient compression to manage swelling, support for healing tissue, and soft coverage that won't rub incisions.