About Vanda Lancour CLA(ASCP) CMF

Vanda has worked in the medical profession for over 40 years. She is a member of the American Society of Clinical Pathologist, International Society of Travel Medicine, and a Certified Mastectomy Fitter as well a being Certified as a Jobst Fitter, Elvarex Fitter, Circaid Fitter, Mediven Fitter and Juzo Fitter. She has been a Certified Fitter for over six years. She and her team of Certified Fitters work very hard to make sure you are in the correct garment for your body style, diagnosis and desire of your physician. Support Hose Store is located in Amarillo, TX.

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  1. Jeanne Hobson, on June 23, 2009 at 6:58 pm Said:

    I need help finding compression hose for my dad. We are looking for knee high length. I have purchased the men’s Jobst in medium compression in a size small, and they fit snug on the foot, however, they are not snug in the calf. He does have very skinny legs, so I was wondering if there is a brand that comes in extra small. Thanks.

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  2. Larry Coons, on August 19, 2009 at 1:43 pm Said:

    I don’t understand the assumption regarding the compression socks wearing out in 4 to 6 months. Is there any where on the website that the assumption is explained? For example, I expect that if I purchased
    a pair of compression socks and they sat in the package from the store for six months that they would still be like new when opened. Is this correct? Or, if Ii purchased seven pairs of socks and changed each day, that the socks would wear longer than if I wore the same pair every day. Is this correct?

    Larry Coons 8/19/09

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    • Vanda Lancour, on September 8, 2009 at 7:53 pm Said:

      Hi Larry,

      You are correct. One pair should last 4-6 months. Additional pairs would extend the length of time before you re-order. Compression socks just sitting in the box do have a very long shelf life. If your compression socks become easier to put on, it is time to re-order.

      Thanks, Vanda

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  3. Jack Brandrup, on September 24, 2009 at 8:42 am Said:

    I’ve been advised to wear support hose. I get some swelling around my ankle in the left leg. I’ve had pulmonary embolisms twice. Clots sluffing from my leg. My lower leg has dark veins and is ugly. I am on blood thinners for an artificial valve in my heart. I don’t know what to buy. I’ve never been told I have any disease in my legs or at least I’ve never heard of a label put on what I have. Can you help?

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    • Vanda Lancour, on September 24, 2009 at 10:46 am Said:

      Hello,
      My first instinct is to tell you to call your physician to make sure of the compression he wants you to wear. I would suggest, with out any other health issues, a 20-30 mmHg compression support hose may be adequate and without know more of your physical attributes (height, weight, ankle and calf size) I cannot recommend a sock that would be appropriate for you. Also do you have any varicose veins, discoloration or anything not normal in the upper leg? Please call one of our Professional, Certified Fitters for assistance. Thank you, Vanda

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  4. Joni Mackey, on November 4, 2009 at 11:31 am Said:

    Would you please explain the compression numbers. I have Neurocardiogenic syncope and have been told to get TEDS, but have read that waist- high hose are better for this condition.

    Your comments please.

    Joni Mackey

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    • Vanda Lancour, on February 25, 2010 at 1:52 pm Said:

      Hi Joni,
      Thank you for your comment. The TEDS you were told to get are about a 12-16 compression and are made for people who are in bed. Once a patient is up moving around, a gradient compression garment is needed. TEDS come in all lengths, knee high, thigh high as well as waist high. For your diagnosis, I would recommend you stare with a mild medical compression which is 15-20 mmHg compression. A knee high garment would not be effective. A thigh high or waist high garment is appropriate. Try the 15-20 mmHg compression to start (this would be the equivalent of the TEDS). If this is not adequate, then a 20-30 may be more appropriate. Remember, your physician should always be consulted.
      Vanda

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  5. Mrs Benoit, on December 16, 2009 at 10:35 am Said:

    Why is it suggested NOT to wear suppose while sleeping?
    Also does compression on the legs lead to veins being more prominant in the head ( the bluish veins next to the eyes/temple area) ?

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    • Vanda Lancour, on December 16, 2009 at 4:01 pm Said:

      Hello and thank you for your comment.
      You can sleep in some compression stockings. 8-15 and 15-20 are acceptable. These are the approximate compression of the anti-embolism stockings they put on you in the hospital. Sleeping in compression stockings above 15-20 compression should be done only at a physicians order. Vanda

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  6. April Gridley Tate, on February 20, 2010 at 12:20 pm Said:

    Vanda I have brand new 30/40 Mediven panty hose and while I was adjusting them I put my finger through. Is there some techniqe for darning or repairing them? I don’t want it to get any worse, so I quit wearing them. I have other ones, that also developed runs, these are new and are the best fitting.
    I have a small fortune invested in compression hose and am trying my best to be conservitive. REPAIR & RECYCLE :) is the new slogan at our house!
    Thank You! Sincerely April

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    • Vanda Lancour, on February 25, 2010 at 1:18 pm Said:

      Hi April,
      Depends on where the hole is located. First a tiny bit of clear nail polish. Yes, the old stand by. Then if it is somewhere unnoticable a little stretch stitch to close the hole might be good.
      Vanda

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