tired legs? A wedge pillow for lipedema, lymphedema or thrombosis can provide relief.
Do you know that blissful feeling when you can put your feet up in between or at the end of a long day? There are of course various solutions for this: A special slatted frame or a wedge-shaped pad for your mattress, medical wedge pillows like the ones you know from your physiotherapy practice and have been available in the Power Sprotte online shop for a while: stylish wedge pillow leg clouds in different colorsthat not only good for your legs are, but also yours beautify home.
Wedge pillow for lipedema and lymphedema - why?
Does the world need the Beinwölkchen wedge pillow? We think so. Because let's be honest: no matter how well you have come to terms with your diagnosis, you probably have those moments of frustration when you just feel sick. Regular doctor's appointments, a folder on the shelf in which you collect all the lipedema documents, the bandages from compression therapy that take up an entire shelf, or the lymphatic drainage device that may still be parked on the sofa because you haven't found a suitable place yet. Sometimes the diagnosis of lipedema / lymphedema / thrombosis is everywhere you look and it's okay if this bothers you. Just shout out or take a deep breath and then adjust the crown again. (By the way: you already know our crowns?)
For people with lipedema and lymphedema, lying on a flat bed can be uncomfortable because gravity can increase swelling. This is where the wedge pillow for lipedema comes into play! The raised positioning of the legs through the wedge cushion promotes venous return and thus improves blood flow. In addition, the lymph flow is improved because the lymph fluid is directed towards the lymph nodes. Regular use of a wedge pillow can reduce swelling and improve overall well-being.
Self-management in lipedema and lymphedema - but make it sexy
That's exactly why we at Power Sprotte have made it our mission to Solutions for your everyday life to find that not only practical for your self-management, but also beautiful are. With the Beinwölkchen wedge pillow, you have the opportunity to put your legs up in a relaxed manner - and in a stylish way! The cushions are available in our shop in different colors - is your desired color already included?
The wedge shape turns your feet into a highest point and the Gravity stimulates both lymph and blood flow. Therefore, the wedge pillow can be beneficial for lipoedema and lymphatic patients. In addition, the leg cloud is also suitable for people with varicose veinsWherein leg cramps and phlebitis. When you get up again and start the rest of the day strengthened, you can simply put the pillow on the side again and nobody will know what superpower is hiding behind it.
Wedge cushion for thrombosis
Thrombosis is a serious condition that blood clots in the blood vessels form. People who are at higher risk of thrombosis, or who already have thrombosis, need special precautions to minimize the risk of exacerbation.
The leg cloud wedge pillow can therefore be a good support during therapy. Elevating the legs promotes venous return and reduces pressure on the blood vessels, which can reduce the formation of blood clots.
Summarized again: The wedge pillow for lipoedema is a small miracle and a must-have in every living room. you can your Support lymph drainagewithout making your home look like a therapy room. Awesome, isn't it?
Additional links for self-management of your legs and feet:
- You can read in the blog article why you should not only take good care of your legs but also of your feet and what tips there are for this "Lipoedema diagnosis and foot care: 7 tips for the summer".
- If you not only want to put your legs up, but also want to massage them, a massage gun is probably just what you need. You can read the most important information in the blog article "Shake, shake, shake: using massage guns for lipedema".
"Help, my leg cloud arrived crumpled!"
No problem, in this video Caro shows you how to make your leg curls nice and fluffy AND how you can unload a bit of lipoedema / lymphoedema / thrombosis frustration at the same time.
Hello, is the leg cloud actually suitable for bed? It's 60 cm wide - is that enough or will your legs slide down the side during the night??? You also have to lie on your back all night, right?
I'm really looking forward to an answer. I have just received a diagnosis of lipo-lymphedema and am working on the subject...
Dear big ones
Nini