Methods
There are many different methods of binding, but two cheap methods are wearing a sports bra or swimming suit top that is a few sizes too small underneath normal clothes. Two normal sports bras can be worn, with the second one worn backwards. Sports or compression bras can also be used by firmly pushing them against the chest and putting masking tape over them. This method also has the advantage of blending with different skin tones (due to different types of tape), but can be painful and irritating to the skin underneath, especially if one has large breasts. Excessive use of tape also leads to scarring and is harmful towards breathing and mobility. Using tape to bind should be avoided due to health risks.
Another way to bind is to use layers, start out with the tightest layer first and then put on looser layers on top of it, masking the presence of breasts.
A less common way of binding is using a specially fitted binding bra, however these can be expensive and are not widely stocked. There are places to buy binders, and they are a much better alternative to other, more dangerous methods. However, excessive use of a binder can lead to back pain, breathing trouble, and sometimes compression of the ribs. A binder should always be the right size and should not be worn longer than 12 hours.
Elastic bandages, such as Ace bandages, are also commonly used to bind. This method is not recommended due to the bandages' compression properties. Elastic bandages are intended to constrict blood flow and tighten with wear. Incorrect application or prolonged use can be hazardous to an individual's health and may result in breathing difficulty, broken ribs, or bruising.
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