#ace binding

[janeiscompletelyfine]

Yeah okay I know ace bandages are bad and going to break my ribs and all that but you know what. You know what. They're so much less painful than the alternative. Even though I can't get a full inhale, I can finally breathe.

[himbo-bagginses]

A trans film that doesn't end in death! Here's my short film that I made for my little brother after he came out as trans. Watch it and let me know what you think! (Trigger Warning: There is some transphobia and misgendering from characters in this film (No slurs are used). There is also many shots of improper binding with ace bandages.) Here's a short synopsis: When his sister walks in on him binding, a young transgender teenager is thrown out of the closet. He must go through the day dealing with intense dysphoria brought on by misgendering and transphobia from his family and peers. Meanwhile also avoiding his sister, terrified of the moment she will inevitably confront him about what she saw. In this story of fear, love, and acceptance, he learns that some secrets aren’t meant to be kept.

UPDATE!

Hello! A few months back, I posted a link to watch my first short film, The Ties That Bind. You guys seemed to like that, so I’d like to invite you to donate to help me make a new short! (Or, if you can’t donate yourself, share, share, share!)

Here's the link! https://www.facebook.com/donate/266225253983373/

Here’s a synopsis of the film, Hell or High Water:

Maggie and George are relaxing at home, when their peaceful routine is interrupted by an Emergency Broadcast. They are horrified to learn that a nuclear missile is headed for their area, and will touch down within the hour. Maggie immediately goes into Crisis Mode, trying to get ahold of their daughter or her wife, while George starts the truck. Unable to get to do more than sputter, George returns inside to learn that Maggie was unable to get ahold of anyone. As their options begin to run out, Maggie refuses to give up, willing to do anything to keep them safe. George, on the other hand, has accepted their fate. He knows that it’s hopeless, but helps Maggie calm down. They decide to make a shelter in their home, and face their last moments in each other’s arms.

[heartthrobmob]

ace bind or die trying

[ftmconfessions]

4845) Despite the fact that I know it's dangerous, I still sometimes bind with ace bandages. I already have bad lungs, but since my mum would never agree to getting me a binder I feel like I have to or else I won't be able to function.

[fishfynns]

yo i saw your tag about the ace bandages so here's a thingy from a website about them The use of ace bandages to bind is probably seen the most in pop culture like movies and books, but it is definitely not a good idea. Ace bandages are not made to move with your body, and they can cause serious issues such as tearing muscle, bruising of the ribs, misshaping the spine, and serious lung damage. If you for some reason bind with an Ace bandage (Continued in prt 2)

(cont. from prt 1) and begin to feel soreness in your back and your chest as well as difficulty breathing or a “chest cold” feeling, take it off immediately. If the pain and breathing difficulty persists for a while after you’ve taken it off, please see a doctor as soon as possible.

Oh wow. Thanks for telling me Anon, I had no idea.

[thevioletveil]

Okay, so I did ace binding today, and HOLY SHIT was it awful. Man, I don't know if it's because I haven't done it in a long time, or if it's because my ribs are already messed up, or what exactly, but it was absolutely horrid. I could barely breathe, and it felt like a boa constrictor slowly constricting my lungs, ribs and spine. As we were heading back home I like yanked it off after taking off the make-shift clasps to keep it shut. (which happen to be a hair barrette and a safety pin, with the bottom of the bandage tucked underneath the other layer) I still felt sore and in some mild pain until about 2 hours later. ><;  It's kind of funny though, because I remember a point in time where I was able to wear it with mild discomfort for 6 hours or more.

That is obviously not the case this time. I mean, there were moments where I'd be okay wearing it, it would only mildly hurt but it was fine, but then it would go back to pain. It sucked so bad, and I wish it didn't have to be like that. I hate to admit it but I'm glad I'm not wearing it right now, and I'll be glad when I don't wear it at all anymore. It is waaaay too awful to bind like that and I will be finding another solution a.s.a.p., because I REFUSE to go back to school without binding. I'd wear the ace bandage if I had to, even if it would probably be the worst idea ever.

Though I probably won't have to, thanks to me finally agreeing to let my friend help me get another solution, because I cannot see myself being able to live without binding right now. It would be way too wrong and I don't like it. I just hope that I get my solution before school starts or before I really have to go out again, because I don't want to have to use my ace bandage again. ><;; It hurts like hell, aaaand it's a big health risk too. So yeah, shit I gotta deal with right about now.