Mastectomy

Reeves-Sain Medical is dedicated to improved life for the growing numbers of women who undergo breast surgery each year.

You can be fitted for bras and prosthesis at the following location
1809 Memorial Blvd.
Murfreesboro, TN 37129

For an appointment call

1-615-896-5864

Reeves-Sain medical offers a trained and caring staff who are sensitive to special needs of mastectomy patients.

Reeves-Sain Medical has a commitment to care

We are committed to assisting women restore their beauty and confidence with innovative post mastectomy products. We offer

• Natural Breast Forms
• Bras
• Swim Suits / Swim Forms And Leisure Forms
• Plus Accessories

All in a wide selection of sizes and styles to fit each woman’s needs.

Wear a correctly fitted bra and a properly weighted breast form to restore confidence and improve self-image.

The Fitting Experience

• Before surgery you can be fitted a camisole and lightweight breast form.
• 12 weeks after surgery a woman should be fitted for a permanent silicone breast form.
• A certified fitter will measure and educate you on the products
• Our fitting room is private and comfortable

Medicare and Insurance coverage will be discussed

• Many private insurance companies pay for breast prosthesis and bras. Medicare allows one silicone breast prosthesis form every two years based on medical necessity. Six mastectomy bras every year are usually allowed thru Medicare
• One lightweight form every 6 months is normally covered by Medicare.

By using Reeves-Sain Medical: All your paperwork is done for you

• We call private insurance companies and get pre-certification or approvals
• We take care of necessary Medicare forms and bill Medicare for you
• We make it as easy as possible for the patient

Important Facts about wearing breast forms

• It is important to wear a weighted breast form to restore a body's natural balance and help prevent the development of
  • Spinal Curvature
  • Neck and Back Pain
  • Shoulder Drop
• Wearing a breast form does not restrict a woman's activities in any way.
• Breast forms are easy to care for after each use.
  • Simply clean with warm water and mild soap or Tru Kleen
  • Avoid sharp objects such as pins, corsages, etc.
  • Keep breast form in the cradle at night to maintain its shape

Lymphedema Awareness

Women who have undergone breast cancer surgery are at risk for a disease called Lymphedema, an accumulation of fluid in the arm or surgical side.

Lymphedema Prevention and Maintenance

• Wear gloves when doing housework, gardening, or other chores to provide protection from bacteria, should a lesion occur.
• No blood drawing, injections or blood pressure checks in the are on the surgical side.
• Avoid trimming the cuticles of the hand on the affected side.
• Use an electric razor instead of a blade to shave the underarm area.
• Avoid heavy lifting and rigorous repetitive movements.
• Avoid tight jewelry around affected fingers or arms.
• Maintain an ideal weight and eat a low salt diet.
• Wearing a compression sleeve as a preventative measure in airplanes or at high altitudes.

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