Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that leads, among other things, to chronically high blood super levels in the body. It is commonly referred to as the “sugar disease”. There are 3 different types of diabetes: Type 1 diabetes mellitus is an autoimmune disorder where the body’s own defense system destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas,…
Nighttime compression garments are a traditional means of providing compression and support during the nighttime, but even during periods of low activity to help manage and treat Lymphedema, edema and venous conditions. These garments exert less compression than daytime garments, and the foam helps to gently break up tissue fibrosis. Some patients are surprised to…
Lymphedema is classified as either primary or secondary, with secondary being the most common type of lymphedema. Lymphedema is caused by an abnormal accumulation of protein-rich fluid in the affected area, and can cause swelling from head to toe, but is most likely found in the extremities. Secondary lymphedema is typically caused by cancer radiation…
If you find it difficult from time to time selecting the appropriate orthopedic product for your ailment, you are not alone. There are many product choices and illnesses to treat. A good place to start is by selecting the right material of the brace or support to best fit your condition and lifestyle. Neoprene-based products…
Compression therapy has long been considered the gold standard for treatment of venous disease. For those with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), the leg veins don’t allow blood to flow back up to the heart. This is because the valves don’t work as well and that makes the blood flow backwards, which then causes blood to collect in…
It’s officially winter, which means the days are short and it’s getting colder and colder. We’re probably all wearing some form of winter boots to beat the elements outside and help stay warm. If compression is a part of your daily life, it can be difficult to know what compression sock is best suited for…
medi® has long been known as a leading provider of compression therapy garments to treat lymphatic and venous conditions, but did you know that medi also has a nonprofit organization that lends sustainable assistance to people in crises areas by providing improvements in clinical care, medical training and education? medi for help was inaugurated by…
Reduce leg pain and shape waist in new compression leggings WHITSETT, N.C., December 1, 2021 — Medical device manufacturer medi® USA announces the release of its new medical compression legging for improving vein and leg health. The mediven comfort sculpt is the newest addition to medi’s robust collection of venous health products. The mediven comfort sculpt offers benefits…
Compression stockings have come a long way, although one thing has remained the same – they help our tired, achy or swollen legs. Medical compression stockings provide a graduated pressure on the leg that pushes the blood from the bottom of the legs into the deep venous system, allowing blood to return to the heart….
For many years, breast cancer survivors have been given a laundry-list of warnings to heed post breast cancer treatment. These encompass but are not limited to not lifting anything over 5 pounds and avoiding manicures, saunas and even gardening. Why you might ask? These types of activities were thought to lead to lymphedema, causing swelling…
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