The Lymphedema Treatment Act is a federal law passed on December 23, 2022 that will go into effect on January 1, 2024 to improve Medicare insurance coverage for the medically necessary, doctor-prescribed compression supplies that are the cornerstone of lymphedema treatment. As like most bills, this was an exhaustive process that was persistently pursued for…
It’s the common worry that many have when wearing knee-high stockings: Will my stockings stay up all day? Even though medical compression stockings are generally “tighter” than a traditional sock, a true medical compression stocking is graduated, meaning it is tightest at the ankle and then gradually gets looser as it moves up the leg….
The holiday season is upon us, and with that, all that glitters and glows! There will be parties and events that require us to dress up and toast the holidays, 2022 and the year to come! How does that work for those of us who must wear compression stockings for medical reasons? Can you still…
For those of us who may be new to the world of compression, you may be overwhelmed with what it is and why it’s so good for you and your body. What are compression socks? Compression socks are specifically designed to hug your legs by applying graduated pressure to your ankle and then up your…
circaid®: inspired by nature The idea and development of circaid products is founded upon the giraffe, the tallest animal in the world. The founder, Frank Shaw, created the first inelastic compression device based upon the anatomy of the giraffe leg. In contrast to humans, the skin of giraffes does not expand on the legs.1 Due…
Breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL) represents a major source of morbidity among breast cancer survivors. Breast cancer is a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control. There are different kinds of breast cancer. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the United States (some kinds of skin cancer…
Women are often overlooked when it comes to cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) as these issues are generally regarded to primarily affect men, but this is not the case. Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is no exception and women are at greater risk of misdiagnosis or even delayed diagnosis. This can lead to greater morbidity and mortality. PAD…
The exact definition of a chronic wound varies between various national and international medical organizations, but it is generally described as a wound that does not heal in a predictable length of time. There were at least 8.2 million patients with chronic wounds in 2018, up from 6.5 million in 2009, but those numbers include…
It’s hard business growing a little human. As your baby grows, more pressure is placed on the veins and lymphatic vessels in the pelvis and lower body. When you combine this with hormonal changes and increased blood volume, there can be a backup of fluid in the legs and pelvis, and this fluid has a…
Summer camp. We all have the image in our heads of bunk beds, cabins, bon fires, and most importantly, fun and safe outdoor recreational activities that foster youth development and personal growth. While most kids are excited to see friends and just have some fun, they aren’t yearning for a summer camp experience based around…
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