Significance of using abdominal binder during periods

Speak up women..! This is no more a curse...Healthy regular menstrual cycle is a signal of good health. Will abdominal binder help or hype the situation?

Uterine contractions occur throughout menstrual cycle. Uterus press against nearby blood vessels cutting of oxygen supply to the uterine muscles which results in pain.  So wearing an abdominal binder will have a smooth counter effect on uterine contractions. It will be much more comfortable than a heat pad or heat compress like hot water bottle which are popularly used. Also symptoms like low back ache, bloated abdomen can be well managed by wearing a binder which relaxes and release the muscle tension in hips, back and abdomen just like a gentle massage.

Uterus being a smooth muscle like arteries and bladder, pain is more undefined and deep. So tightness of the binder is mandatory at the same time binder should not be excessively tight because this will have an adverse effect. Ideal tightness should be slightly relaxed than normal (If you are already using an abdominal binder).

In addition to rest and warm water bath, having that support of a good quality abdominal binder does make a difference on how you feel...