Wear the Right Socks or Stockings with the Right Shoes

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Vanda Lancour

Socks are high on the list of everyday items we take for granted. Socks can make a huge difference in the health and comfort of everyday life. Socks and stockings can make a difference to not only to those with venous insufficiency, but also to those with diabetes and arthritis. People who wear the wrong socks [...]

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Lymphedema – Causes and Control

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Vanda Lancour

Every one knows this is Breast Cancer Awareness month, but we have many clients who have already been diagnosed with breast cancer and are working diligently to make others aware. Another topic we need to be aware of is Lymphedema after Breast Cancer Therapy, but wait, Lymphedema can be caused by any change in the [...]

Filed under: Compression Stockings, Edema, Lymphedema | 8 Comments »

Wear Compression Socks or Compression Stockings at Night

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Vanda Lancour

Wear Compression Stockings or Compression Socks at Night? Customers often ask us about wearing stockings at night. I thought that might be a good topic to address for this newsletter. First and foremost, follow your physician’s orders. If he or she does not specifically tell you to wear them 24 hours a day, ask. You [...]

Filed under: Compression Sock, Compression Stockings, Deep Vein Thrombosis, DVT, Edema, Support Hose, Support stocking, SupportHoseStore.com, Venous Insufficiency | 8 Comments »

What a Difference a Compression Stocking Can Make!

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Vanda Lancour

 On Wednesday, May 25th I had a complete knee replacement and I would like to share my experience with you. I had put off my surgery for over year which caused extensive damage to the joint, and resulted in severe pain and difficulty walking. By the time I made my decision to have the surgery I was using [...]

Filed under: Compression Stockings, Edema, Support Sock, Support stocking, SupportHoseStore.com, Venous Insufficiency | 12 Comments »

Travelers’ Thrombosis

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Vanda Lancour

Each year during the summer travel months we try to send a reminder to our clients about how important it is to wear compression socks or stockings for your leg health especially when you travel. Deep Vein Thrombosis which may occur shortly after a long trip has traditionally been called Economy Class Syndrome because of [...]

Filed under: Compression Sock, Compression Stockings, DVT, Edema, Foot Health, Support Hose, Support Sock, Support stocking, SupportHoseStore.com, Travel Socks | 1 Comment »

Give Your Feet the Attention They Deserve

Posted on April 18, 2011 by Vanda Lancour

Support Hose Storewould like remind you April is Foot Health Awareness Month. The warm spring weather brings us out of our winter hibernation and we dust off our summer sandals and head out to give our footsies a pedicure. It is time for you to put your feet first and take time to inspect your [...]

Filed under: Athletic Support Socks, Compression Sock, Diabetes, Foot Health | 2 Comments »

DVT, Pulmonary Embolism, and You

Posted on March 27, 2011 by Vanda Lancour

March is DVT awareness month and we at SupportHoseStore.com continue to give you information that could save your life! A DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) is a blood clot which forms in a large vein. The DVT forms usually in the lower leg, thigh or pelvis. All or part of the clot can break off and [...]

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DVT and Pregnancy

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Vanda Lancour

March is DVT awareness month and while we have written many posts on DVT awareness, this year we would like to take a different approach. Many of our customers and blog readers are not of child bearing age, but you do have children and even grandchildren that are and their welfare is very important to [...]

Filed under: Compression Stockings, Deep Vein Thrombosis, Varicose Veins, Venous Insufficiency, Support Hose, DVT, SupportHoseStore.com, Support stocking, Support Sock, Pregnancy | 3 Comments »

February is American Heart Month

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Vanda Lancour

Hello All, Support Hose Store would like to remind our friends and customers that February is American Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Approximately every 25 seconds an American will have a coronary event, yet many cases of heart disease can be [...]

Filed under: Compression Stockings, Leg Health Conditions, Support Hose, Support Sock, Venous Insufficiency | 8 Comments »

Compression Stockings and Pneumantic Pumps for Swelling

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Vanda Lancour

We frequently have patients ask us at SuppotHoseStore.com, what is the difference between a compression garment and a lymphedema pump? The simple answer is that these are two different solutions to reduce swelling in your arms and legs. As an example, let’s begin with the knowledge that humans have stretchy skin and that lymphedema is [...]

Filed under: Compression Sock, Compression Stockings, Lymphedema, Support Hose, Support stocking, SupportHoseStore.com | 10 Comments »

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