We hope you will take time to read our previous news letters about DVT and prevention – –A DVT Can Strike Young and old Alike and Federal Awareness Campaign. Vanda A new study has opened to patient enrollment which may define the future treatment of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). The new study will involve researchers [...]
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In the last few years, life style changes such as increases in rapid transit, work hours, and family involvement has brought about the demise of going for nice walks. This has been detrimental to our leg health. Physicians 10 years ago saw 1 of 10 patients with pitting edema. Today it is 8 out of [...]
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Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) is a group of disorders in which patients often experience great urges to move the legs to relieve uncomfortable or unpleasant sensation in the legs. The symptoms seem to be located deep in the legs usually between the knee and ankle. RLS can sometimes be unilateral and can also exhibit a [...]
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In today’s medical world a new specialty is emerging, Phlebology. The Phlebologist is a medical specialist in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of venous origin. The specialty of Phlebology has developed to enable physicians with a variety of backgrounds such as: dermatology, vascular surgery, hematology, general surgery or general medicine, to share knowledge and [...]
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Nearly half of all adults in the US will experience at least one case of a significant back, neck, arm or joint pain. Over 50 million people in the US are currently experiencing some degree of arthritis. As the population ages and become more sedentary and overweight the likelihood of back and join pain/injury increases. Many [...]
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Caresia by Solaris for Lymphedema and Severe Edema Support Hose Store prides itself on keeping up with the latest technology in lymphedema and edema control products for our clients. We are proud to announce the addition of Solaris Products to our product line. On-line, we are currently offering the Caresia Bandage Liners (used for reduction [...]
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Jobst Specials Mediven Specials Sigvaris Specials Juzo Specials A DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) Can Strike Young and Old Alike A DVT develops when a blood clot forms in the deep veins of the body (usually the lower extremity, but rarely in the pelvic region). A small piece can break off the blood clot and travel [...]
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This time of the year, stories of miracles are wonderful to hear. While what we have to share is not a miracle, being able to enjoy a better quality of life is a miracle. We get to know a great many of our customers, they become our friends and some of them share [...]
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At Support Hose Store, we pride ourselves on keeping up with the latest technology in lymphedema and gradient compression stocking therapy for our clients. We are excited to welcome our newest manufacturer, Jovipak to the Support Hose Store family! Jovipak® is a leader in the field of Lymphedema Products. You may have read many of [...]
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Varicose veins are the result of venous insufficiency. There are many things that influence the health of the veins in our legs. Among these are hereditary, obesity, sedate life styles, and of course, age. The population of the United States is getting older, the Baby Boomers are now in their 60′s, and, unfortunately many of [...]
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