Gradient compression stockings are expensive – and to get the best, most effective use out of them it is important to care for them properly. Caring for your compression stockings by wearing donning gloves is one of the first things you can do to protect your investment
These gloves not only help you get your compression stockings on and off, but they also help protect the stockings from jewelry and sharp fingernails. Continue reading
Are you hesitant to order online? I am, especially with items I have to wear. There was a time, a long time ago, when I could purchase a certain size and know that it was pretty much going to fit, with very little difficulty. But times have changed and so has my body, many parts have migrated south. I also think that standardization of sizing is a thing of the past. So yes, buying clothing or anything that I have to wear on the internet, without trying it on first – can be scary!! Fortunately, here at The Compression Closet, we have a no fear return policy. Continue reading
Can exercise benefit lymphedema? We know through research that exercise helps move lymphatic fluid through our lymph system. 
When we move our body, we move our lymph! The lymph system is designed to work with your muscles and your circulatory system to remove waste and clean your bodies systems. Therefore, when you move those muscles, you’re enabling your lymph system to function at a higher level. Even simple actions like rocking your foot back and forth can help improve lymphatic flow. Do you enjoy rocking in a rocking chair or taking a stroll through the park? Even simple movement moves lymph. So yes, exercise does benefit those dealing with lymphedema. Continue reading
NO FEDERAL GUIDELINESDid you know that there is no governmental guidelines for compression stockings! Anyone can put the word “compression” on a pair of stockings? It is extremely important that you are buying your compression stockings from a reputable company and a reputable brand. Purchasing the wrong compression garments can create more problems than they ever solve. Continue reading
Will my insurance company cover my compression garments? Will Medicare cover my compression garments? Sometimes yes, but more often they will not. If they do pay, the real question is, how much will they pay? It’s all part of the medical insurance game. The other day I needed to purchase a prescription drug. I was shocked when they told me the price was over $600. When I explained to them I did not have insurance to cover this drug, they said, “Oh, then we can give you a discount, it will now be only $60.” How can that be? How can a drug price drop that drastically? Continue reading
I heard the other day that dealing with a chronic illness, like lymphedema, is similar to dealing with a great loss. Whether you are a therapist or a person dealing with lymphedema it’s important to recognize the emotional toll this disease can take. It is a loss! The loss of a way of life that was known and now has to be adjusted and adapted to deal with this chronic disease. Recognizing the stages of grief can better help you deal with a chronic illness like lymphedema. Continue reading
Are you wearing your lymphedema compression garments? I hope so, even if no one’s watching, even if you are stuck in the house for days and days during the COVID-19 pandemic, which has caused many states to adopt shelter in place mandates. We all can get lazy not going out of the house for days at a time. We may stay in our pj’s all day, not put on makeup or style our hair, but we should not become lazy about our compression garments and the care of our lymphedema. I think all of us want to stay away from the hospital at this time, so we don’t need any flare ups of Cellulitis or open wounds. Continue reading
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