Tag: compression
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New study shows benefits of compression pumps for lymphedema patients
Titled “The Cutaneous, Net Clinical, and Economic Benefits of Advanced Pneumatic Compression Devices in Patients with Lymphedema,” this national study shared important research regarding the benefits of using an advanced pneumatic compression device on not only the treatment of lymphedema but the overall cost of care as well. Read more
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That’s a wrap!
I went into my wrapping treatment thinking my leg would magically shrink and look “normal,” but that’s not what happened — the progress, although real, was not linear. Read more
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Staying Stylish with SleekSleeves
Spreading some lymphedema awareness with colorful SleekSleeves! Read more
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How to Care for your Compression Garment
Caring for your compression garment is super important: to take good care of your garment is to take good care of your lymphedema! Read more
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My garments are in!
After three weeks of wrapping, my garments have come in: I’m now the proud owner of a brand-new Mediven stocking and a Solaris Tribute nighttime garment! Read more