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  Ron Walker It's been a year since the PE, extensive blood clot in my left leg. Dr suggested lymphedema therapy which I did get relief from. Insurance only covers 20 visits, fighting with them on an appeal for three months now. Bout to give up and wait till next...  moreIt's been a year since the PE, extensive blood clot in my left leg. Dr suggested lymphedema therapy which I did get relief from. Insurance only covers 20 visits, fighting with them on an appeal for three months now. Bout to give up and wait till next year. Now might right leg is swelling and i have blister that are leaking, what's up with tat??  

  • November 3, 2012

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    Deleted Member Ron the weeping on your leg is excess lymph fluid I went to emergency and ended up in ICU for two months ..please go to your doctor or emergency I needed to have a wound vac attatched to my leg to "suck " the excess fluid out so that I can heal I did...  moreRon the weeping on your leg is excess lymph fluid I went to emergency and ended up in ICU for two months ..please go to your doctor or emergency I needed to have a wound vac attatched to my leg to "suck " the excess fluid out so that I can heal I did heal after 10 months I wish you well  

    • November 9, 2012
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  Ron Walker HI, been wearing a Solaris Ready Wrap since March of this year and already it's pretty worn out where the velcro hardly sticks anymore. What kind of life are you getting out of your garments?
  This is an expensive hobby LOL, if I had to spend $300 plus...  moreHI, been wearing a Solaris Ready Wrap since March of this year and already it's pretty worn out where the velcro hardly sticks anymore. What kind of life are you getting out of your garments?
  This is an expensive hobby LOL, if I had to spend $300 plus every 4/6 months.
  
  
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  RonW.  

  • September 12, 2012

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    Staff Certified Lymphedema Therapist Hi Ron, sorry to hear that your Ready Wrap is wearing out, I guess that means that you are wearing it diligently which is a good thing! Have you tried contacting Solaris directly? You may want to try that and speak to customer service and see what kind...  moreHi Ron, sorry to hear that your Ready Wrap is wearing out, I guess that means that you are wearing it diligently which is a good thing! Have you tried contacting Solaris directly? You may want to try that and speak to customer service and see what kind of warranty there is for...    

    • September 12, 2012
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  Ron Walker I have about $750 invested in a Solaris Ready Wrap ankle and calf piece and a CircAid custom knee/thigh piece. 30" x 60" tacky foam cost $40 bucks and after one week it's shot. This leg problem is costing me an arm and a leg..... LOL! What does...  moreI have about $750 invested in a Solaris Ready Wrap ankle and calf piece and a CircAid custom knee/thigh piece. 30" x 60" tacky foam cost $40 bucks and after one week it's shot. This leg problem is costing me an arm and a leg..... LOL! What does everyone else use to help keep the thigh piece from slipping down? The tacky foam seems to work but only for 3/4 days.  

  • May 22, 2012

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    Staff Certified Lymphedema Therapist How frustrating Ron! I have had people us a product called Super Wrap under these garments with some success. You can check it out on Lymphedemaproducts.com.

    • May 23, 2012
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  Ron Walker Thanks Bernadette....

  • May 6, 2012

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    Deleted Member You are quite welcome Ron

    • May 7, 2012
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  Ron Walker is now friends with Jim Boylan.

  • May 6, 2012
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  Ron Walker Calling all therapist:
  
  My insurance provider is covering me for three months at the fitness center at my local hospital. Dr's approved and said walking is good, problem is my leg gets tired easily. Some days I can make 30 minutes and some days I can't....  moreCalling all therapist:
  
  My insurance provider is covering me for three months at the fitness center at my local hospital. Dr's approved and said walking is good, problem is my leg gets tired easily. Some days I can make 30 minutes and some days I can't. My goal is to try and loose some weight and tone up. What exercises should I be doing with one LE leg? I think that I burn the most on the treadmill, so what is the best thing for me to burn the mst.
  
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  RonW.  

  • May 6, 2012

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    Staff Certified Lymphedema Therapist Walking is really great if you can tolerate it. Does your gym have a pool? If so, walking in the pool is great as it takes gravity out of the picture making it easier on your leg to exercise. Swimming is also a great exercise!

    • May 7, 2012
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  Jim Boylan: I went to Pay Less Shoes, a chain, and found size 14 slippers with 2
  hook and loop fastener straps at about US$24.95.  Department stores had the
  same brand at a discount, but only up to size 12.  Size 16 might have let me
  get both straps fastened,...  moreI went to Pay Less Shoes, a chain, and found size 14 slippers with 2
  hook and loop fastener straps at about US$24.95.  Department stores had the
  same brand at a discount, but only up to size 12.  Size 16 might have let me
  get both straps fastened, instead of just 1.
  
  Some men's trousers made of less expensive synthetic cloth have some stretch in
  
  them, so they cling to the wrapping, but aren't too loose on the other leg.  Could
  
  you get away with wearing sportsmen's tights or sweat pants?
  
  I would like to compare our experiences.  less

  • May 4, 2012

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    Ron Walker Actually, its been a week of wearing shorts and one velcro sandle, not to bad as everyone understands, so far. I found some shorts mfg. by Dickies, they have a "loose fit" size which has more room in the seat and legs, also come in a 13" inseam which...  moreActually, its been a week of wearing shorts and one velcro sandle, not to bad as everyone understands, so far. I found some shorts mfg. by Dickies, they have a "loose fit" size which has more room in the seat and legs, also come in a 13" inseam which covers most of the wrap. They are pretty bagging with lots of room. Still working on the shoes though.
    
    Thsnks for your reply.
    RonW.  

    • May 5, 2012
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  Ron Walker Hi, I'm new here!
  After all the medical issues which I'm slowly getting over and learning to deal with including wrapping now I'm having to deal with clothing and shoe choices. I work in a semi-professional attire atmosphere and I'm a little subconscious...  moreHi, I'm new here!
  After all the medical issues which I'm slowly getting over and learning to deal with including wrapping now I'm having to deal with clothing and shoe choices. I work in a semi-professional attire atmosphere and I'm a little subconscious about wearing shorts, one adj. sandle and one shoe. What does everyone else do? I guess it's something else I'll have to get over.
  
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  RonW.  

  • April 29, 2012

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    Deleted Member What to Look for:
    
    Shoes that work well for people with Lymphedema usually have a toe-box that is both wide and high. Mesh material above the toes can be helpful because it allows air to circulate and sweat to evaporate. Lace-up shoes or Velcro shoes are...  moreWhat to Look for:
    
    Shoes that work well for people with Lymphedema usually have a toe-box that is both wide and high. Mesh material above the toes can be helpful because it allows air to circulate and sweat to evaporate. Lace-up shoes or Velcro shoes are preferable because they allow adjustments to be made as the foot's size fluctuates.
    
    Remember to shop for shoes at the time of day when your foot is...    

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  • April 27, 2012

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    Lymphedema Community Staff Welcome!

    • April 28, 2012
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