To learn about local sources, contact the nearest American Cancer Society office and ask about the Reach to Recovery list of local stores. J.C. Penney and Sears are among stores that supply external prostheses. A good fit for a prosthesis and bra is determined by a snug fit against the chest, an overall matching of the breast contour, and a horizontal line from the tip of the prosthesis breast to the tip of the natural breast. Adjustable straps in the back avoid irritating sensitive skin in the front. Side elastic insets give added fullness to provide a better fit of the prosthesis.
Pockets make inserting prostheses easier.
Add 5 inches to this measurement. If the number is an uneven number, use the next even number to establish the size. This means that a 40-inch bra band is needed. Multiply this figure by 2. Choosing Comfortable Clothing Immediately after breast surgery and for a few weeks afterward there is some pain, swelling, and limited arm movement.