Leg compression & protection from tears

[Grammy80]

I'm in my second Unna Boot for skin tears to facilitate healing and add compression to enhance blood flow. The doctor had recommended this now since I have some tears, one from bumping my leg but the other two just from removing my compression hose. Since my left hip is a hip replacement and revision and my right ankle is fused with a rod in it..... I am not super flexible and my sock-aid does not work on the fused ankle. 🙄🙄The doctor ordered these on Amazon for me because that was cheaper than getting through her office and she didn't think my insurance would cover them. They are great!! You don't even know you have them on...and I only wear jeans and slacks--but even if I could wear a dress I would wear these because they are so light and comfortable.

[CT-5012]

They look great so pleased you have found something to help. 😊

[Grammy80 in reply to CT-5012]

They are easy for me to put on...and comfortable. Win-win~!💐💐

[SnazzyD]

How great is that doc for thinking outside the box to help a patient?

[Grammy80 in reply to SnazzyD]

Pretty darn great~! In the states they, many of them, really help the patient in minimizing the costs because they pretty well know what private insurance will bear. The insurance companies put the doctors through hoops too.😏💐

[Hidden]

That's exactly what is needed... Great stuff am saving post for a friend. 👍🌻

[Grammy80 in reply to Hidden]

I responded to an inquiry from PMRpro regarding links...hope it helps~! Poopadoopy...~! Love it~!

[PMRpro Ambassador]

Can you give us a link - I can't find anything that looks like that.

[Grammy80 in reply to PMRpro]

I wanted to respond to this before 'my friends across the pond' went to bed. If I had purchased them through the doctor's office, they would have cost $175US, and I paid $80US per leg on Amazon. Since my son and grandchildren live in Canada, I know the prices can vary, so I looked it up on three different sites... I hope it helps~! They will come with a cotton tube for you to slip your leg into so that they do not slide down during the day.

On Amazon/UK, there were some less expensive calf wraps, and I don't see why they wouldn't work. Amazon is excellent about returns, so that they might be worth a try.

Amazon/UK

amazon.co.uk/FarrowWrap-Leg...

Amazon/US

amazon.com/s?k=compression+...

Amazon/ca

amazon.com/s?k=leg+compress...

💗 I'm so glad to have the chance to help a little...you have all made this journey tolerable for me~!

[PMRpro Ambassador in reply to Grammy80]

I don't need them for me - but they are brilliant and something I will keep in mind for others. Thank you!

[Grammy80 in reply to PMRpro]

Like I say....and I sure mean it....this forum has been my best friend since GCA struck. I'd have been lost without all of you...so happy to do something that might help.💗

[SheffieldJane]

I love solutions these days more than anything! I like the sound of your doctor! So much better than wrestling with stockings.

[Grammy80 in reply to SheffieldJane]

Not just the struggle, Jane...my skin is so thin that the hose tears it sometimes. I think lots of Doctors in the states are so frustrated with insurance companies they will do what they can to help the patient.

I'm one of the fortunate ones who pay only $50 per month and I even get drug coverage. I always have a co-pay of $20 but can see any Doctor I want, that is because my husband was in a union. Some folks pay $800 or more a month. I have to carry separate insurance for dental and eye care....they don't pay much, but it is something..." says the gal who just had two root canals~!" Well, I got off on a tangent~!💗

[Hidden in reply to Grammy80]

I always say thank god for nhs despite its foibles. I get my eye checked (diabetes), my teeth sorted, and scan etc. I did pay in for almost 30years so it's not free... But its free at the point of access.. (is that the right phrase??).

[Grammy80 in reply to Hidden]

It sure works for me~! No matter how you phrase it~it works for you and that is what really counts.💗

[Grammy80 in reply to Hidden]

🧻🚽🚽🧻 I've seen these emojis and wondered...when would I ever use them?...just for you, Poopadoopy~! (I couldn't help it) 😄🤣

[Hidden in reply to Grammy80]

😂🤣😂 Brilliant!!

[SheffieldJane in reply to Grammy80]

I just love you Grammy80. All strength to you! 💜💙♥️💜

[Grammy80 in reply to SheffieldJane]

OK...the Mutual Admiration Society is accepting new members~! xo

[SheffieldJane]

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