Self Care + Health Care Education Archive

Helpful and fun ideas for helping teens and adults with autism to manage stress and regulate emotions.

Are your legs ready for summer? Treat yourself to a little self-care and get your legs ready for shorts, skirts and swimwear!

Did you know that sitting all day can be as dangerous for your health as smoking? Here are a few ways to improve your health by getting you up on your feet.

Useful tips diabetics can use for keeping your feet healthy and free of injuries and infections.

Stay active in your senior years and finally enjoy the freedom of retirement. Here are some fun and active ways to enjoy your retirement years.

Here are several comfortable options to help you beat the heat while you boost blood flow and improve your circulation during the warmer months.

Gradient compression garments are used to increase blood circulation and reduce swelling in those with circulation disorders and can also assist in athletic performance.

Compression garments are not all the same. What works for the pregnant woman experiencing swelling would not necessarily work for the athlete wanting to increase endurance. Find out more about the right garment for you.

Don't know if you should wear compression garments? Learn about the benefits of why they might be right for you.

What is one of the best ways to improve circulation? Wearing true gradient compression encourages blood to flow back toward the heart.

We all have a style unique to ourselves. When you wear compression, you will want to choose garments that enhance your style instead of detracting from it. Therafirm compression products feature beautiful and fashionable colors, patterns, and styles.

You may have a few apprehensions about wearing compression in public. Fortunately, designers have realized the need for fashionable compression wear, and you can use these tips to work them seamlessly into your personal style.

Whether you are an athlete with a high training volume, someone who struggles with lymphedema, or just have achy legs from time to time, gradient compression socks are a tool that may greatly improve your quality of life.

Knowing your risk factors and how to promote better blood flow through your body helps you avoid developing a dangerous clot in your veins.

While compression garments are easy to put on, you do need to know when to wear them to get the most relief from your symptoms and avoid potential issues that could occur from overuse.

Compression socks, footless tights, and hose are versatile clothing elements that provide muscle support and warmth while promoting increased blood flow in order to make the winter months more bearable.

How do you know when it’s time to replace your compression? Everyone knows when it’s time to replace your regular socks. They get threadbare, and maybe develop a hole in the toe or heel. Because compression socks are a medical device, there is a different standard to when you should replace them.

Winter can be hazardous for anyone, but especially for senior citizens. They can be more at risk for a number of winter hazards, due to lower response times, more health issues, and more sensitivities. Follow these tips to stay safe during winter conditions.

An ankle, foot orthosis, known as an AFO, is a custom-made brace used to support muscles, immobilize joints, or correct the position of the foot and ankle. An AFO brace can be made of a variety of materials, including metal, thermoplastic, or carbon fiber.