Not all compression is created equal. Here's what each stage is engineered to do — and when to move between them.
If you've shopped for post-surgical shapewear, you've seen the labels: Stage 1, Stage 2, Stage 3. But what do they actually mean, and why does the order matter?
Placeholder copy — explain Stage 1 (immediate post-op, soft and forgiving), Stage 2 (firm compression for weeks 2–8 as swelling subsides), and Stage 3 (final sculpting and everyday wear).
Placeholder copy — add guidance on the signs you're ready to move up a stage, how your surgeon's timeline factors in, and why skipping stages can compromise your results.
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