I have been given compression garments for my breast lymphodema, but would like to find a comfortable sports bra and or a bra to wear under a dress for going out, any recommendations of where I can find anything useful, I have tried M &S. thanks
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I’ve been given soliden silver wave skin micro messaging bra by my lymphodemia team. Ive been using them for a year now and have to admit at first I didn’t think I would get on with them but I find them very confortable. I wear them all day long even in the gym. Unfortunately they do restrict the neck line you wear and difficult to get on as they go over your head no fasteners. I have seen them on line and know they are quite pricey but well work it as I no longer have to perform daily massages. Hope this helps.
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Hello @willbe,
Thanks for posting
It’s understandable that you would like to find a comfortable bra for going out, as an alternative to the compression garments you have been given to help manage your breast lymphoedema
While we are unable to make specific recommendations, it may be helpful to have a look at our list of suppliers. You may want to contact some of the suppliers to find out what they can offer and to find out where you can have a fitting.
You may also want to explore further the information that @Mary_1 has posted about a bra that she has found comfortable.
The Lymphoedema Support Network may be able to make further suggestions that would be of interest.
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