Glossary

Aging is an odd thing for many people – some deal with it, and others try to run away from it. But regardless of how people cope with it, it is safe to assume that no one really wants to look their age. But, that doesn't stop Mother Nature from taking its course in the form of wrinkles and vei ...Continue Reading

Children have an interesting way of looking at the world. To them, the smallest thing becomes something magical. However, sometimes their imagination gets the better of them, and they become afraid of the smallest imperfections. Or, better yet, they have a million questions about them. In your case ...Continue Reading

Swelling of the feet and legs is a common finding in many individuals. The swelling may be rapid or gradual in both legs and is a common complaint in older individuals. The swelling is most likely due to fluid or water accumulation. In the younger population, feet swelling may be benign but leg swe ...Continue Reading

Swelling of the feet and legs is common finding in many individuals. The swelling is usually evident in both legs and feet and is a common complaint in older individuals. The swelling is most likely due to fluid or water accumulation. In the younger population, feet swelling may be benign but fe ...Continue Reading

Support stockings are primarily designed to treat a number of leg disorders which include: - spider veins - swelling of the legs - varicose veins - prevent blood clots - post phlebitic syndrome - lymphedema A variety of support stockings are available today. These stockings come ...Continue Reading

Not to be outdone by the thick compression hosiery , we now have very attractive and sexy support pantyhose. Support pantyhose products are widely used by women of all ages and sizes. Just like the compression garments , the pantyhose help relieve tired legs and reduce swelling in the feet. There ar ...Continue Reading

There are many individuals who work all day either standing up for prolonged periods or sitting down in a cramped chair for an extended period of time. At the end of the day, the major complaint from many of these individuals is tiredness and fatigue in the legs and feet. In addition, swelling of th ...Continue Reading

Everyone has veins in their body. Veins have the responsibility of transferring blood from all over the body to the lungs for oxygenation. In the legs there are two classes of veins- superficial and deep. Phlebitis means inflammation of the veins and thrombophlebitis means that a thrombus has caused ...Continue Reading

There are a wide variety of Support hose available today. These support hose are regularly worn by numerous individuals for the prevention of leg swelling and comfort wear. These specialized stockings are usually firmer and tighter at the toes/heel and gradually get looser up the leg. The graduated ...Continue Reading

There are some individuals who develop a brownish dark discoloration around the ankles. This rash may be seen in either one or both legs. The discoloration is not painful but itchy and the skin appears dry and hard. This is what is known as stasis dermatitis. The discoloration is almost always circu ...Continue Reading