A pannus support member is provided. The pannus support member includes a waist band having a first end, a second end, an inner surface and an outer surface. The waist band is securable about an abdomen such that the pannus is contained and lifted by the waist band away from a target area on the abdomen of a patient. The present invention further includes a pair of shoulder straps each having a first end and a second end secured to the waist band. The pair of shoulder straps are adjustable in length, such that the straps apply a lifting force to the waist band to cause the pannus to be maintained in a lifted position away from the target area. A polymer gripping material attached to the inner surface of the waist band to prevent the waist band from slipping out of position during the therapy.
