Abdominal Support for a Hanging Belly: How to Choose the Right Fit

If your lower belly feels heavy when you’re standing in the kitchen, walking the dog, or running errands, you may be looking for something that gives you a little more support. The Mövibrace M12 Abdominal Support Belt wraps around the abdomen and lower back and lets you adjust how snug it feels.

What does the M12 support?

The M12 is designed to support a lower belly that hangs down, sometimes called a pannus. The belt provides compression around the abdomen, with coverage across the lower back. Its adjustable closure lets you change the fit, which is useful if what feels comfortable standing up feels too snug when you sit down.

Where should you measure?

Measure around the fullest part of your abdomen. Your pants size or the measurement at your natural waist can give you a different number, especially if your lower belly extends below your waistband.

1. Wrap a soft tape measure around the fullest part of your abdomen.
2. Keep the tape level and close to your body without pulling it tight.
3. Compare your measurement with the written size chart on the product page. If it falls into two size ranges, send us your measurement and we’ll help you compare them.

How should it feel when you put it on?

Start with a snug, comfortable fit. Sit down and stand back up before settling on the adjustment. If the belt feels too tight when you sit, loosen the closure. If you’re considering abdominal compression after surgery, ask your care team which garment to use and when to wear it.

View the Mövibrace M12 Abdominal Support Belt and size chart