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….
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…
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…
Our full line of inelastic compression therapy wraps, circaid®, provide treatment of venous health and lymphatic conditions, for measurable, adjustable compression that is ideal for both day and nighttime use. What are inelastic compression wraps? Inelastic products offer very little to no stretch. The compression therapy is delivered by the person conducting the application. The…
We are in luck that medical compression stockings have come a long way since their inception. Many today are made to be as breathable as possible, to ensure patients comply with wear even when the temperatures outside are less than favorable. Consistent compression therapy is particularly important in the summer. The summer heat can lead…
Sitting is a part of life, and since the pandemic hit, many professions switched workers to remote working, requiring more at-home zoom meetings where workers sit alone at a desk, usually for many hours of the day. For a large percentage of the population, remote working is still a reality, even 2+ years after the…
Postpartum care for new moms is essential in many ways. Not just from a physical standpoint, but also a mental one. First-time mothers especially can put their own needs to the side in favor of taking care of their baby. While we can note many common post-partum issues a new mom might face (depression, nursing…
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