Why the sexy robes?

I received several e-mails asking the same question, and hope you don't mind that I answer you all in my blog today. I began to wonder how many others don't understand the reason for the "sexy robes" one often has to wear in hospital, if having an operation and during post surgery. I am sure you realise I am referring to the embarrassingly open down the back robes; exposing one's backside if you're not careful, with one tiny pathetic ribbon tied at the back of the neck! These are about as sexy as thermal underwear. As if this isn't bad enough, to top off the incredible ensemble, a disposable shower cap of sorts is added to cover one's hair. A more attractive look I cannot think of! Who needs a cold shower, when all you have to do is pop on one of these fabulous hospital robes adorned with disposable shower cap - and I can assure you any amorous thoughts are promptly dispelled. However, I digress, and now will answer your question as to "why" hospitals around the world insist on banding together, all using similar garments which wouldn't be found anywhere near a couture fashion house. The reason is very simple: when going into surgery, as soon as someone is unconscious on the operating table, like a dead weight, it is extremely difficult to physically remove pyjamas or even a regular night gown, not to mention wasting precious theatre time. By using these robes with a single tie at the neck, it takes but a second to undo, easily removing the robe, allowing the surgeon and team to get on with their job. Likewise, once the operation is complete, again it is far quicker and simple to put this unappealing robe back on the patient. If a patient is hooked up to an infusion or other paraphernalia, ordinary bed ware would get in the way, hindering the nurses in doing their job post surgery. So now you know there is indeed a legitimate and very good reason for this most unattractive attire. There is a lovely scene in the romantic comedy film "Something's GottaGive", where Jack Nicholson bares it all from behind in one these famous hospital robes.