Debunking Myths about Wearing a Binder!
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Myth 1: Does wearing a binder cause significant damage to the spine or back?
Wearing a binder correctly and in moderation generally does not cause significant damage to the spine or back. However, it's important to choose the right size and fit, take breaks, and listen to your body for comfort and safety.
Myth 2: Is it okay to wear a binder while sleeping or exercising?
It is generally not recommended to wear a binder while sleeping or engaging in physical activities. However, some individuals have reported doing so, and there have even been instances where they forgot to remove the binder while showering. Our chest binders are comfortable to wear when you are sleeping and exercising.
Myth 3: Does wearing a binder increase the risk of breast cancer?
Despite binders being around for more than a decade, there have been no reported cases of wearing a binder causing breast cancer, neither in media reports nor within the lesbian community.
From a medical perspective, external factors leading to cancer typically involve pathogens (hepatitis, viruses, etc.), chemicals (pollutants), or physical factors (usually radiation).
Physical compression, such as binding the chest, does not fall into any of these categories. Consider this: if wearing tight pants, corsets, or tight stockings could cause cancer as well.
Myth 4: Are there side effects to wearing a binder?
Some people claim that wearing a binder can cause rashes, sweat stains, itching, breast cancer, and shoulder pain.
"Rashes, sweat stains, and itching" can result from wearing binders made of non-breathable materials or poorly fitting binders that compress the chest for an extended period, leading to mastitis.
Therefore, it is recommended to pay attention to the fabric and materials when choosing a binder, rather than solely focusing on price.
"Side breasts and shoulder pain" are usually caused by improper wearing.
Wearing a binder does not cause breast cancer; at most, it can lead to inflammation due to nerve line swelling, which is information that can be found.
The reason for nerve line swelling and inflammation is improper wearing, such as choosing the correct size and proper cutting.
Buying a smaller size and thinking it will bind tighter to flatten the chest quickly is incorrect. If you choose an inappropriate size that puts too much pressure on the chest, it can cause inflammation over time. So, how do you pick the right size for a binder?
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