RECOVERY GARMENT

Abstract

A recovery garment including an outer garment layer having a first attachment point. The recovery garment further including an inner garment layer having a second attachment point configured to engage the first attachment point, and a support system. The inner garment layer is configured to be disposed inside the outer garment layer.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Many women everyday undergo medical procedures that require differing amounts of recovery time. Examples of medical procedures that women may undergo include, for example, child birth, mastectomy, reconstruction, breast augmentation or reduction, and other medical procedures that require, in certain circumstances significant recovery time, Depending on the type of medical procedure that is performed the recovery may include different types of post-operative treatment. Examples of post-operative treatment may include the application of heat or cold to a localized region of the body, injection of fluids into the body, drainage of fluids from the body, the requirement for additional support for certain bodily appendages, aesthetic augmentations, and other various post-operative treatments.

Most garments are designed to be worn for a singular purpose, to cover a region of the body or to provide a certain amount of support for a certain region or appendage of the body. As such, singular focus garments are designed for one use and may not be effective in promoting comfort or providing for the needs of women in post-medical procedures.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

According to one aspect of one or more embodiments of the present invention, a recovery garment including an outer garment layer having a first attachment point. The recovery garment further including an inner garment layer having a second attachment point configured to engage the first attachment point, and a support system. The inner garment layer is configured to be disposed inside the outer garment layer.

According to another aspect of one or more embodiments of the present invention, an interchangeable recovery garment. The interchangeable recovery garment includes an outer garment layer having a first attachment point. The interchangeable recovery garment also includes an inner garment layer having a second attachment point configured to engage the first attachment point, a support system, and a closure mechanism. The inner garment layer is configured to be disposed inside the outer garment layer and the interchangeable recovery garment has at least one of a medical device system disposed on at least one of the outer garment layer and the inner garment layer.

According to another aspect of one or more embodiments of the present invention, a method of changing a recovery garment. The method includes disposing an inner garment layer on a body and disposing an outer garment layer on the body over the inner garment layer. The method further includes securing the inner garment layer to the outer garment layer and detaching the outer garment layer from the inner garment layer. The method also includes replacing at least one of the outer garment layer and the inner garment layer with a secondary layer and securing the secondary layer to at least one of the inner garment layer and the outer garment layer.

Other aspects of the present invention will be apparent from the following description and claims.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 shows a front view of a garment according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

FIG. 2 shows a front view of a garment according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

FIG. 3 shows a front view of a garment having a closure mechanism according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

FIG. 4 shows a front view of a garment having a closure mechanism according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

FIG. 5 shows a close-perspective view of a garment having a closure mechanism according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

FIG. 6 shows a front view of a garment having attachment points according to embodiments of the present invention.

FIG. 7 shows a front view of a garment having attachment points according to embodiments of the present invention.

FIG. 8 shows a back view of a garment having attachment points according to embodiments of the present invention.

FIG. 9 shows a front view of an inner garment having at least one front opening portion according to embodiments of the present invention.

FIG. 10 shows a front view of an inner garment having a pocket according to embodiments of the present invention.

FIG. 11 shows a front view of an outer garment having a pocket according to embodiments of the present invention.

FIG. 12 shows a front view of an outer garment having a pocket according to embodiments of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

One or more embodiments of the present invention are described in detail with reference to the accompanying figures. For consistency, like elements in the various figures are denoted by like reference numerals. In the following detailed description of the present invention, specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the present invention. In other instances, well-known features to one of ordinary skill in the art are not described to avoid obscuring the description of the present invention.

As explained briefly above, post-medical procedures and post-operative treatment for certain conditions may require varying amount of time and varying types of treatment, depending on the type of procedure that is performed. For example, certain procedures may require additional support for one or more appendages of a body, while in other situations fluid may be have to injected to drained from the body, or heat or cold may be required to ease pain or for other medical purposes.

As most garments, including conventional recovery garments, are only designed for a singular purpose, such garments may not be capable of providing for the needs of individuals in post-medical situations. Embodiments of the present invention may provide modular and interchangeable garments that allow for treatment and/or maintenance of an individual's needs in a post-medical procedure situation.

Referring initially to FIG. 1, a front view of a recovery garment according to embodiments of the present disclosure is shown. In this embodiment, the recovery garment 100 includes an outer garment layer 105. As shown, the outer garment layer 105 may be a robe, however, in other embodiments, the outer garment layer 105 may include pajama-style garments, shorts, pants, shirts, sweaters, or any other type of outer garment layer 105 known to those of ordinary skill in the art.

In this embodiment, the outer garment layer 105 includes an outer closure device 110. The outer closure device 110 may include, for example, belts, snaps, buttons, elastic, or other types of closure devices 110 that may be used to close or otherwise secure outer garment layer 105. As shown in this embodiment, outer closure device 110 may be sewn directly into outer garment layer 105. However, in other embodiments, outer closure device 110 may be fed through loops in the outer garment layer 105, and/or may be an independent piece not directly connected to outer garment layer 105.

Outer garment layer 105 may be configured to cover the outer portion of a person's body and as such, may be of varying lengths. Additionally, outer garment layer 105 may be manufactured from various materials including, for example, cotton and other natural materials, polyester and other synthetic materials, as well as composites thereof.

In certain embodiments, outer garment layer 105 may include various attributes that may be useful for convenience or in treatment. For example, in certain embodiments, outer garment layer 105 may include various pockets that may be used to store personal objects. However, in certain embodiments, outer garment layer 105 may include one or more outer pockets (not illustrated) with passages therethrough that allow for medical treatment devices to be stored therein. Medical treatment devices may include, for example, fluid drainage bags or fluid injection bags, which are configured to receive or provide fluids from the body, while storing the fluids in the outer garment layer 105 for ease of monitoring or changing.

Referring to FIG. 2 a front view of a recovery garment according to embodiments of the present disclosure is shown. In this embodiment, recovery garment 100 includes an outer garment layer 105. As explained above, outer garment layer 105 is designed to fit over a desired portion of an individual's body. Recovery garment 100 further includes an outer closure device 110.

In this embodiment, outer closure device 110 is a piece of string cloth that is fed through a retaining portion 115 sewn into outer garment layer 105. In addition to outer closure device 110, outer garment layer 105 may further include a secondary outer closure device 120. In this embodiment secondary outer closure device 120 is a set of buttons. However, in other embodiments, secondary outer closure device 120 may be a second cloth string, snaps, hook and loop fasteners, or any other type of mechanical fastening device as may be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art.

Referring to FIG. 3, a front view of a garment having a closure mechanism according to embodiments of the present disclosure is shown. In this embodiment, bother an outer garment layer 105 and an inner garment layer 125 of recovery garment is illustrated. In this embodiment, inner garment layer 125 includes a closure mechanism 130. Those of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that closure mechanism 130 may include various types of mechanical closure mechanisms that may be used to selectively open and close inner garment layer 120. As illustrated inner garment layer 125 includes a latch-type closure mechanism 130. Thus, a male latch portion 135 may be connected or disconnected to a female latch portion 140, thereby allowing the inner garment layer 125 to be opened or closed.

Referring briefly to FIG. 4, a front view of a garment having a different type of closure mechanism according to embodiments of the present disclosure is shown. In this embodiment, recovery garment 100 includes an outer garment layer 105 and an inner garment layer 125. The outer garment layer 105 includes an outer closure device 110 and a secondary outer closure device 120. Outer closure device is a cloth string that is tied around outer garment layer 105, while secondary outer closure device 120 is a button, used to secure the two sides of outer garment layer 105.

Inner garment layer 125 includes a closure mechanism 130 disposed in the front of inner garment layer 125. In this embodiment, closure mechanism 130 is a hook and loop style fastener. Examples of hook and loop style fasteners include, for example Velcro®, registered to Velcro Industries B.V. LLC, and commercially available therefrom. While the closure mechanism 130 is disposed on the front of inner garment layer 125, those of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that in other embodiments, closure mechanism 130 may be disposed on the back or one or more sides of inner garment layer 125. In still other embodiments, inner garment layer 125 may not have a. closure mechanism 130, and as such, may be of a pull-over design.

Referring to FIG. 5, a close-perspective view of a view of a garment having a closure mechanism according to embodiments of the present disclosure is shown. In this embodiment, recovery garment 100 is shown having an outer garment layer 105 and an inner garment layer 125. Inner garment layer 12.5 is illustrated in an open position, in which a first side of closure mechanism 130 is disconnected from a second side of closure mechanism 130. In this embodiment, closure mechanism 130 is a hook and loop style fastener. Closure mechanisms 130 such as those described herein may be beneficial in making inner garment layer 125 relatively easy to remove, thereby easing the task of putting on and/or taking off inner garment layer 125.

Referring to FIG. 6, a front view of a garment having attachment points according to embodiments of the present invention is shown. In this embodiment, recovery garment 100 includes an outer garment layer 105 and an inner garment layer 125. Outer garment layer 105 is connected to inner garment layer 125 through multiple attachment points 145 and 150. First attachment point 145 is disposed on outer garment layer 105 and is configured to engage second attachment point 150, which is disposed on inner garment layer 125.

In this embodiment, first attachment point 145 includes a cloth loop 155 that is configured to wrap around second attachment point 150 of inner garment layer 125. With first attachment point 145 wrapped around second attachment point 150, first attachment point 145 may be secured to outer garment layer 105 through use of, for example, a snap or button (not independently shown). In other embodiments, rather than use cloth loop 155, first attachment point 145 may be a first snap portion (not shown) and second attachment point 150 may be a second snap portion (not shown). In such an embodiment, the first snap portion and second snap portion may be configured to engage and hold inner garment layer 125 within outer garment layer 105.

In still other embodiments, first attachment point 145 may be an aperture (not shown) and second attachment point 150 may be a button (not shown) or other mechanical attachment portion that is configured to engage first attachment point 145. In such an embodiment, second attachment point 150 may be inserted into first attachment point 145, thereby releasably securing inner garment layer 125 within outer garment layer 105.

In still other embodiments, second attachment point 150 may be an aperture (not shown) and first attachment point 145 may be a button (not shown) or other mechanical attachment portion that is configured to engage second attachment point 150. In such an embodiment, first attachment point 145 may be inserted into second attachment point 150, thereby releasably securing inner garment layer 125 within outer garment layer 105.

In another embodiment, first attachment point 145 may include a cloth tie that is secured to outer garment layer 105, such as by sewing first attachment point 145 directly onto outer garment layer 105. In this embodiment, first attachment point 145 may be tied to or around second attachment point 150. Second attachment point 150 may be a location on inner garment layer 125 or may be a physical structure attached directly or indirectly to inner garment layer 125. For example, in one embodiment, second attachment point 150 may be a loop (not shown), through which first attachment point 145 may be threaded. In either embodiment, first attachment point 145 may engage second attachment point 150, thereby securing inner garment layer 125 within outer garment layer 105.

in another embodiment, first attachment point 145 may include a first clasp portion (not shown), such as a male portion, that is configured to engage second attachment point 150. In such an embodiment, second attachment point 150 may include a second clasp portion (not shown), such as a female potion, there thereby releasably secures first attachment point 145 and second attachment point 150. In such an embodiment, engaging first attachment point 145 and second attachment point 150 secures inner garment layer 125 within outer garment layer 105.

Referring to FIG. 7, a front view of a garment having attachment points according to embodiments of the present invention is shown. In this embodiment, recovery garment 100 includes an outer garment layer 105 and an inner garment layer 125. Outer garment layer 105 is connected to inner garment layer 125 through multiple attachment points 145 and 150. First attachment point 145 is disposed on outer garment layer 105 and is configured to engage second attachment point 150, which is disposed on inner garment layer 125.

in this embodiment, second attachment point 150 includes a hook-type fastener having a clamp end 157. Clamp end 157 is configured to engage first attachment point 145, thereby connecting inner garment layer 125 to outer garment layer 105. In an alternate embodiment, first attachment point 145 may include a hook-type fastener having a clamp end (not shown). In such an embodiment, the clamp end (not shown) of first attachment point 145 is configured to engagement second attachment point 150 of inner garment layer 125.

in the embodiments discussed with respect to FIGS. 6 and 7, the first and second attachment points 145 and 150 of outer garment layer 105 and inner garment layer 125, respectively, are illustrated disposed on the sides of the respective garment layers 105 and 125. However, those of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that in other embodiments, attachment points 145 and 150 may be disposed at various other locations on outer garment layer 105 and inner garment layer 125. For example, in certain embodiments, attachment points 145 and 150 may be located on the front or the back of outer garment layer and inner garment layer 125. In still other embodiments, outer garment layer 105 and inner garment layer 125 may have multiple attachment points 145 and 150 located on the sides, front, and/or back of the respective garment layers 105 and 125. Multiple attachments point 145 and 150 may thereby further secure inner garment layer 125 within outer garment layer 105.

Referring to FIG. 8, a back view of a garment having attachment points according to embodiments of the present invention is shown. In this embodiment, recovery garment 100 includes an outer garment layer 105 and an inner garment layer 125. Outer garment layer 105 is connected to inner garment layer 125 through multiple attachment points 145 and 150. First attachment point 145 is disposed on outer garment layer 105 and is configured to engage second attachment point 150, which is disposed on inner garment layer 125.

As discussed briefly above, attachment points 145 and 150 may be located in various locations on outer garment layer 105 and inner garment layer 125, respectively. In this embodiment, attachment points 145 and 150 are located on the back of outer garment layer 105 and inner garment layer 125, respectively. As illustrated, first attachment point 145 includes a cloth loop-style fastener that is configured to wrap around a particular location, i.e., second attachment point 150, on inner garment layer 125. First attachment point 145 may then be secured in place through use of a snap, clasp, button, or other mechanical attachment located on either outer garment layer 105 or inner garment layer 125.

Referring to FIG. 9, a front view of an inner garment having at least one front opening portion according to embodiments of the present invention is shown. In this embodiment, recovery garment 100 includes an outer garment layer 105 and an inner garment layer 125. Inner garment layer 125 further includes a front opening portion 160 that is configured to be adjusted between an open and a closed position.

Front opening portion 160 may he releasably secured to a base portion 165 of inner garment layer 125 through various types of mechanical attachment mechanisms. Examples of mechanical attachment mechanisms that may he used include, for example, buttons, snaps, clasps, ties, or any other type of mechanical attachment mechanism that may be known to those of ordinary skill in the art. In the present embodiment, front opening portion 160 includes a hook and loop style attachment mechanism 170, such as those discussed above.

Front opening portion 160 may be desirable in inner garment layer 125 in a variety of circumstances. For example, front opening portion 160 may be used post-childbirth to enable ease of breast feeding. In still other embodiments, front opening portion 160 may be desirable in post-operative situations to allow ease of access when applying medical treatment, such as cold or heat-based treatment, application of medication, examination, or other post-operative requirements.

Referring to FIG. 10, a front view of an inner garment having a pocket according to embodiments of the present invention. In this embodiment, recovery garment 100 includes an outer garment layer 105 and an inner garment layer 125. Additionally, inner garment layer 105 includes a pocket 165. Pocket 165 may be located on a front portion of inner garment layer 105, as illustrated or, in other embodiments, pocket 165 may be located at various other locations on inner garment layer 105, such as, on the side or back. Furthermore, depending on the requirements of the recovery garment 100, more than one pocket 165 may be disposed on inner garment layer 125.

in certain embodiments, the front of both sides of inner garment layer 125 may include pockets 165. Thus, in such an embodiment, inner garment layer 125 may include two pockets 165. In still other embodiments, inner garment layer 125 may have more than two pockets 165. For example, inner garment layer 125 may have front pockets 165, side pockets (not shown) and/or back pockets 165.

in this embodiment, pocket 165 includes an open space in inner garment layer 125, thereby allowing one or more devices to be inserted therein. As illustrated, a medical device 170, such as a cold compress, may be inserted into pocket 165, thereby providing ease in treatment. In still other embodiments, other types of medical device 170 may be inserted into pocket 165. Examples, of other medical devices may include heat generating packets, fluid reservoirs, prosthetics, and other types of devices as would be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art.

In certain embodiments, pocket 165 may be adjustable between an open and a.

closed position. For example, in certain embodiments pocket 165 may include one or more mechanical closure devices, thereby allowing medical devices 170 to be secured within pocket 165. Examples of mechanical closure devices may include, for example, snap, button, hook and loop, clasp, tie down, or any other types of mechanical closure devices discussed above or known to those of ordinary skill in the art. By allowing pocket 165 to be closed, the medical devices 170 may he more easily retained therein or otherwise secured in place during treatment.

Referring to FIG. 11, a front view of an outer garment having a pocket according to embodiments of the present invention. In this embodiment, recovery garment 100 includes an outer garment layer 105 and an inner garment layer 125. Outer garment layer 105 further includes at least one pocket 175. As illustrated, pocket 175 is located on an internal side 180 of outer garment layer 105. While recovery garment 100 is shown with one pocket 175, those of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate that in other embodiments, outer garment layer 105 may include two, three, four, or more pockets 175. Additionally, pockets 175 may he disposed in various location on outer garment layer 105 such, as for example, on the inner front, inner side, inner back, or on the outside of outer garment layer 105.

As illustrated, pocket 175 may be configured to receive one or more medical devices 185. In this embodiment, medical device 185 includes a fluid drainage reservoir. However, in other embodiments, pocket 175 may be configured to receive various other types of medical devices 185 such as, for example, heat and cold compresses, medical applicators, prosthetics, and other types of medical devices 185 as would be known to those of ordinary skill in the art.

In certain embodiments, pocket 175 may be releasably secured to outer garment layer 105, While in other embodiments, pocket 175 may be sewn directly into outer garment layer 105. Referring to FIG. 12, as well as FIG. 11, a front view of an outer garment having a pocket according to embodiments of the present invention. FIG. 12 illustrates an embodiment wherein pocket 175 is releasably secured to outer garment layer 105. In such an embodiment, pocket 175 may be mechanically secured to outer garment layer 105 through various mechanical attachments, such as, tie downs, clasps, buttons, snaps, hook and loop fasteners, and/or any other type of mechanical attachments discussed above or known to those of ordinary skill in the art. In embodiments where pocket 175 is releasably secured, a user of recovery garment 100 may choose to add pockets 175 when treatment is required, and then remove pockets 175 when the treatment is over. The removability of pocket 175 may further allow for ease of cleaning pocket 175 and also allow for greater customization of treatments when using recovery garment 100.

Inner garment layer 125 includes a support system 185. Depending on the type of inner garment layer 125, the support system 185 may var. For example, in one embodiment, support system may include a rigid portion (not independently shown) disposed inside the inner garment layer 125. In such an embodiment, the rigid portion may be configured to support at least one appendage. In other embodiments, support system 185 may include a non-rigid support. In such an embodiment the material that inner garment layer 125 is manufactured from may provide the required support without rigid materials being added thereto.

in addition to the apparatuses described in detail below, methods of changing aspects of recovery garments are also within the scope of the present disclosure. In one embodiment, an inner garment layer may be disposed on an individual's body. Depending on the type of closure mechanism on the inner garment layer, the inner garment layer may be pulled onto the individual's body, or may be placed into an open position, put on, and then put into a closed position.

After the inner garment layer is disposed on an individual's body, an outer garment layer may be disposed on the individual's body, over the inner garment layer. The inner garment layer may then be secured to the outer garment layer. The inner and outer garment layers may be secured in various ways, including any of the mechanical attachment mechanisms discussed above. In other embodiments, the inner and outer garment layers may be secured prior to either of the layers being disposed on the individual's body. In such an embodiment, after the inner and outer layers are secured, the steps of disposing the inner and outer garment layers on the body occurs substantially contemporaneously.

The individual may now wear the unified recovery garment as desired. During the wearing of the garment one or more medical devices may be used to apply a treatment to the individual. During the treatment, the medical device may be disposed in one or more medical device support systems. Medical device support systems may include any of the features described above that are capable of receiving a medical device. Examples of medical device support systems include, for example, pockets on the inner garment layer and pockets on the outer garment layer.

At certain points, the individual may wish to change the structure of the recovery garment. in such a situation, the outer garment layer may be detached from the inner garment layer. After separating the outer and inner layers, one of the outer garment layer and the inner garment layer may be replaced with a secondary layer. A secondary layer may include a replacement inner garment layer or outer garment layer. Examples of secondary layers may include, for example, robes, bras, shirts, pants, and/or other types of specialized garments or general use garments that may be worn by the individual. After the garment layer is replaced with the secondary layer, the secondary layer may be secured to at least one of the inner garment layer and the outer garment layer, depending on which garment layer was replaced.

In one embodiment, the secondary layer is a replacement inner garment layer. The inner garment layer may then be interchanged with a second inner garment layer. In this embodiment, the second inner garment layer may include a third attachment point (not individually shown) that is configured to engage the first attachment point on the outer garment layer. In other embodiments, the secondary layer may be a replacement outer garment layer, in which case, the third attachment point on the replacement outer garment layer may be used to attach the replacement outer layer to the original inner garment layer.

Advantages of one or more embodiments of the present invention may include one or more of the following:

In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the apparatus disclosed herein may provide for the ease of treatment of individuals after medical procedures.

in one or more embodiments of the present invention, the apparatus disclosed herein may provide for the ease of recovery of individuals after medical procedures.

In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the apparatus disclosed herein may provide for the ease of recovery of individuals after child birth.

in one or more embodiments of the present invention, the apparatus disclosed herein may provide front opening portions, thereby allowing an individual to receive treatment more easily.

In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the apparatus disclosed herein may provide front opening portions, thereby allowing an individual to breast feed more easily.

In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the apparatus disclosed herein may provide one or more inner pockets, thereby allowing an individual to receive treatment more easily.

In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the apparatus disclosed herein may provide one or more pockets on the inner garment layer, thereby allowing an individual to receive treatment more easily.

In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the apparatus disclosed herein may provide a closure mechanism, thereby allowing the inner garment layer to be opened and put on by the individual.

In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the apparatus disclosed herein may provide one or more attachments points, thereby allowing outer and inner garments layers to be interchangeable.

In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the apparatus disclosed herein may provide methods for interchanging inner and/or outer garment layers, thereby making the recovery garment customizable for treatment or recovery purposes.

While the present invention has been described with respect to the above-noted embodiments, those skilled in the art, having the benefit of this disclosure, will recognize that other embodiments may be devised that are within the scope of the invention as disclosed herein. Accordingly, the scope of the invention should be limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A recovery garment comprising:

an outer garment layer comprising a first attachment point; and

an inner garment layer comprising a second attachment point configured to engage the first attachment point and a support system;

wherein the inner garment layer is configured to be disposed inside the outer garment layer.

2. The recovery garment of claim 1, wherein the inner garment layer further comprises at least one front opening portion.

3. The recovery garment of claim 2, wherein the at least one front opening portion is adjustable between an open position and a closed position through a mechanical attachment.

4. The recovery garment of claim I, wherein the outer garment layer comprises at least one inner pocket.

5. The recovery garment of claim 4, wherein the at least one inner pocket is configured to receive at least one medical device.

6. The recovery garment of claim 1, wherein the outer garment layer comprises two or more inner pockets.

7. The recovery garment of claim 1, wherein the inner garment layer comprises at least one pocket.

8. The recovery garment of claim 7, wherein the at least one pocket is configured to receive at least one medical device.

9. The recovery garment of claim 1, wherein the first attachment point comprises a first snap portion and wherein the second attachment point comprises a second snap portion, wherein the first snap portion and the second snap portion are configured to engage and hold the inner garment layer within the outer garment layer.

10. The recovery garment of claim 1, wherein the first attachment point comprises a loop that is configured to wrap around the second attachment point.

11. The recovery garment of claim 1, wherein the inner garment layer comprises a closure mechanism.

12. The recovery garment of claim 11, wherein the closure mechanism is disposed on the front of the inner garment layer.

13. The recovery garment of claim 11, wherein the closure mechanism comprises hook and loop fasteners.

14. The recover garment of claim 1, wherein the support system comprises a rigid portion disposed inside the inner garment layer and wherein the rigid portion is configured to support at least one appendage.

15. An interchangeable recovery garment comprising:

an outer garment layer comprising a first attachment point; and

an inner garment layer comprising a second attachment point configured to engage the first attachment point, a support system, and a closure mechanism;

wherein the inner garment layer is configured to be disposed inside the outer garment layer; and

wherein the interchangeable recovery garment comprises at least one of a medical device system disposed on at least one of the outer garment layer and the inner garment layer

16. The interchangeable recovery garment of claim 15, wherein the outer garment layer comprises at least one pocket to receive the at least one medical device.

17. The interchangeable recovery garment of claim 15, wherein the inner garment layer comprises at least one inner pocket configured to receive the at least one medical device.

18. The interchangeable recovery garment of claim 15, wherein the inner garment layer is configured to be interchanged with a second inner garment layer, wherein the second inner garment layer comprises a third attachment point configured to engage the first attachment point.

19. A method of changing a recovery garment, the method comprising:

disposing an inner garment layer on a body;

disposing an outer garment layer on the body, over the inner garment layer;

securing the inner garment layer to the outer garment layer;

detaching the outer garment layer from the inner garment layer;

replacing at least one of the outer garment layer and the inner garment layer with a secondary layer and;

securing the secondary layer to at least one of the inner garment layer and the outer garment layer.

20. The method of claim 19, where at least one of the inner garment layer, the outer garment layer, and the secondary layer comprises a medical device support system.