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A member asked:

I want a small waist without using a corset, would it be okay to just out a tight band around my waist throughout the day?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

I have know : People who have done this but would not recommend it. It isn't healthy.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/11/2013

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