Has anyone ever tried....

[parisenmars]

The Silhouette Sleeves for the legs? If so, what were your results?

[delidiva]

Just curious, what are silhouette sleeves. I've never heard of them and if its something new i'm curious thanx

[Ann]

The silhouette line is a new addition to the CircAid line of products. These padded compression aids, not knit compression garments, are available as either sleeves or stockings.

So far no one has commented here on these new garments; however if you go to the CircAid web site you can learn more. http://www.circaid.com/Pages/Products/silhouette.html

Since CircAid markets their products through representatives, you might also contact the rep nearest you.

Ann

[delidiva]

if there is no compression how affective r they aren't we le people supposed to wear compression? just curious u r right this disease is so complex i just want to know everything i read and see if it applies to me not everyone is the same and its alot of trial and error the jovi at pm is working out alittle i wear compression stockings everyday is there an end to this???

[Ann]

Frankly, there is no end in sight in terms of a lymphedema cure. Lymphedema is a chronic condition and this means that ongoing treatment is required. The garments described here do provide compression. Knit garments for daytime wear when you are active and padded garments mostly for night wear when you are not as active; however, they can also be worn when you are active.

Ongoing treatment is important so that the condition doesn't get worse. New garments are being developed and will hopefully be better. Studies have shown that lymphedema doesn't have to limit you activities -- in fact exercise is important. That is good news.

Continuing to learn about new developments, and to understand how lymphedema "functions" is a very wise move. The more you know, the better prepared you are to be an advocate for yourself.

Ann

[delidiva]

hi ann has anyone had any success with this product that you know of my therapist is meeting with co rep this week and she will let me know what she thinks i also have hopes of obtaining a flexitouch and will meet with a rep in a week or two i'm hoping my ins will cover and feel really bad for the others that could not get coverage but as always any imput would be appreciated thanx blessings delidiva:)