Life in Compression
Self-management of lipedema and lymphedema, which includes wearing a flat-knit compression garment, sometimes poses a major challenge for many sufferers. Because often not only colors, like here mango yellow, but also many psychological factors with regard to self-perception and external perception, as well as the body feeling play a decisive role. You may know me as
My beloved avocado green has to give way to new medi colors in autumn 2022. Reason enough not only to choose my avocado love with a particularly cheerful outfit and to encourage you to quickly secure this good mood color with the next recipe. But also to tell about how colored compressions your inner
Soft, cuddly and comfortable - sounds like the JOBST Confidence, right? I tested the flat-knit compression tights for you and was pleasantly surprised when I tried them on! Does the name sound familiar to you? Exactly, some time ago I got the knee socks in the new quality from JOBST for mild and
This is not a scientific educational article. It is my personal examination of lymphedema, similar to a travelogue... Lymphedema If you ask me what the biggest difference between lipedema and lymphedema is: the final realization that it is irreversible and will not get any better. They are certainly not often the same
We all know the classic compression tights, but what does a multi-part flat-knit compression look like in lipedema and lymphedema, what should be considered and for whom is it suitable? Here are three good tips if you want to try this type of restoration. When does a multi-part flat knit compression make sense? Multi-part flat knit compressions
In life with lipedema, lymphedema or thrombosis, self-management is everything, and that includes compression therapy. In addition to lymph drainage and flat knit care, an IPK device for at home is a good addition to your therapy. But what exactly is it, how do you apply for it and what do I have to pay attention to when using it? here
Many choose black compression as a "safe bet" so that it goes with everything in the closet. But that's actually a fallacy. When you look at the outfits at the end, you come to an important conclusion: black doesn't go with everything - it just doesn't get in the way. But in what
It's no secret that I've been heavily attacked at one point or another during my time on social media. Now and then I shared that with you too because I felt so misunderstood. I doubted if maybe I was really doing something wrong
Do you need a flat knit armrest for lipoedema or lymphedema? Then you may be faced with the question of whether a bolero or arm sock is suitable for you. Here are a few helpful tips that can help you make your decision. In general, trying is better than studying. I can tell you so much
When I had the first job interview in compression after my lipedema diagnosis, I was not wearing arm compression. My concern was that I would be labeled sick and, above all, unattractive for my employer. From today's point of view, double nonsense, because now I'm something of an employer myself and