Question 1

what is lou garett's diseae?

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ALS: Lou gehrig, hall of fame baseball player for the new york yankees, probably died from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.  This is a disease of "misfolded proteins", causing death of nerve cells with progressive weakness, muscle atrophy, and loss of breathing and swallowing abilities.  To date, there is no cure, and sadly, there is little that can be done beyond comfort measures.

Question 2

how long after bbl do you have to wear a garment?

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2 weeks: I ask my Brazilian Butt lift patients to wear a compression garment 24 hours/day for the first 2 weeks following surgery.

Question 3

where can i find some compression garment stores locally?

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Depends: It depends ao what u need
support hose can be purchased in a store like cvs or walgreens
medical grade compression hose need a doctors prescription and need to p[urchase at a surgical supply store.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: compression garment?

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See below: Compression garments are pieces of clothing such as socks, pantyhose, sleeves, etc., that provide support that is especially useful for people who have to stand for long periods, or people with poor circulation. The garments can come in varying degrees of compression. The higher degrees require a doctor's prescription. Compression garments worn on the legs can help prevent deep vein thrombosis.

Question 5

are hane support stockings as good as compression garments on long plane trips?

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OTC vs RX: Over the counter support stockings can give good compression fresh out of the box, but after wearing them for a while you will need to get some new ones.  Prescription ones tend to last longer and give a more even compression from the toes to below the knees.

Question 6

i had liposuction, and wearing a medical compression garment. how long i should wear this?

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Usually 6 weeks or s: Your surgeon must have advised you about that.On an average 3-6 weeks.

Question 7

garmets make my skin itch, have hyperthyroid?

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Patch testing: You might want to see a dermatologist who can do patch testing to see what you are allergic to. If you shower a lot and use soap all over instead of just on your private parts that may b the reason. Cream moisturizers are better than lotions.

Question 8

how long does someone with varicose veings usually wear a compression garment during a long flight?

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Before and after: Your legs will begin to swell as soon as you the plane reaches cruising altitude and even before that as the cabin is pressurized. Putting your stockings on after that is futile. Therefore i always tell my patients to put them on before leaving your home for the airport and don't take them off until you are settled into your final destination. Drink plenty of water and walk while in the air.

Question 9

i had liposuction of the upper/lower abs and flanks done. but the compression garment does not go all the way to the chest. we're the upper abs done?

Accepted Answer

ASk Surgeon.: You will likely be able to tell just by looking at your torso what areas were treated. Swelling/bruising/ tenderness will likely be present. Of course, your plastic surgeon will always be your best resource for accurate information.

Question 10

can thermomedic therapy garments help relieve the pain of tendonitis?

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Warm and fuzzy???: Heat as a therapeutic tool has been benificial for soft tissue injuries; as to whether the 'brand' of garment you are discussing will do the trick depends upon the reputation of the manufacturer.  As i tell all of my patients; "let the buyer beware"!

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Where can i find some compression garment stores locally?

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What is the definition or description of: compression garment?

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Are hane support stockings as good as compression garments on long plane trips?

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I had liposuction, and wearing a medical compression garment. how long i should wear this?

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Garmets make my skin itch, have hyperthyroid?

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How long does someone with varicose veings usually wear a compression garment during a long flight?

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I had liposuction of the upper/lower abs and flanks done. but the compression garment does not go all the way to the chest. we're the upper abs done?

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Can thermomedic therapy garments help relieve the pain of tendonitis?

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