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  Morse Kathleen thank you Vicki Parker , hadn't heard of that brand.

  • November 4, 2012
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  Morse Kathleen Hi.  I have secondary Lymphedema in my left leg because of cancer, have been to a Lymphedema therapist for 10 wks, sent to medical wear co. for  compression pantyhose having a horrible time with bunching behind knees  and the hose sliding down..been...  moreHi.  I have secondary Lymphedema in my left leg because of cancer, have been to a Lymphedema therapist for 10 wks, sent to medical wear co. for  compression pantyhose having a horrible time with bunching behind knees  and the hose sliding down..been measured tried different sizes, my med person has never had this problem with a client?? anyone have any ideas?  Thanks in advance for any suggestions  

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    Vickie Parker Hi Kathleen. I have had success using custom Elvarex garments - they tend to stay put better because they are custom fit for you, and also the flat knit of the fabric doesn't slide so much as other fabrics. Good luck!

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    Jim Miller I agree with Vickie - custom flat knit fits and stays much better than circular knit (for me anyway). I get daily comparison because I wear custom Juzo on my primary lymphedema left leg and over the counter thigh high Juzo on the newly involved right...  moreI agree with Vickie - custom flat knit fits and stays much better than circular knit (for me anyway). I get daily comparison because I wear custom Juzo on my primary lymphedema left leg and over the counter thigh high Juzo on the newly involved right leg. It shouldn't bunch. If you are paying for custom, keep sending it back until they get it right. A minor change earlier this year took...    

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    Deleted Member Hi Kathleen I also have secondary Lymphadema in BOTH of my legs I wear thigh high custom compression garments and it helps that I apply this body glue that I buy from Amazon . I put it on and I can forget about it I enjoy my day and I have found a...  moreHi Kathleen I also have secondary Lymphadema in BOTH of my legs I wear thigh high custom compression garments and it helps that I apply this body glue that I buy from Amazon . I put it on and I can forget about it I enjoy my day and I have found a bottle lasts me a month here is the link to what I use ! wish you...    

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  Morse Kathleen has just joined the community. Say hello!

  • November 4, 2012