Benefits post surgical shapewear The postoperative girdles, also known as compression garments, help the recovery, after a body contouring surgery, to be better, easier and the healing process is accelerated. ⠀ These garments are highly recommended for the postoperative phase of procedures such as abdominoplasty, where it is sought to eliminate excess abdominal skin or after a liposuction, which aims to eradicate excess fat in specific areas of the body. They help keep each part of the body in place, reduce pain, and help reduce bruising and edema because compression of the girdle optimizes blood circulation and reduces fluid retention.