I had breast lift/reduction a wk ago. I went for post op appt. yesterday. My dr. was sick so he was not there. The nurse gave me a pamphlet for surgical bras. She said she forgot to give it to me sooner. She had no info as to what my Doctor wanted me to get. Do I need one? if so what kind? or can I just wear a Sports Bra? Any tips would be appreciated.

I would have said rpreviously to get a sports bra - as long as it is supportive and nice and tight etc.

I had a Breast Reduction and Brachioplasty in April and I had to get a special Bra with sleeves... I hafta say this Bra thing has been great, not too tight nor too loose but very supportive also.

As they have given you a pamphlet of surgical bras - It might say in it what is best to get for a Breast Reduction?

I was put into Compression on Day2 after surgery (Mainly because the drains from my arms made it impossible to get ito this bra thing with sleeves on Day1) So really you should already have a compression garment I would think.

Good luck and I hope you are happy with your new boobs - I am with mine :-)

The hospital provided me with a "surgical" bra--I was in it when I woke up. Once I could take that off, I had bought a sports bra that zipped in the front and I didn't have to try and lift my arms above my head. Just make sure it's snug enough.