Sandy...a gerry cahir..is one word the airlines uses for what is also known as as an *isle* chair...it is merely an armless, thinner chair of sorts, on wheels...
Sandy...a gerry cahir..is one word the airlines uses for what is also known as as an *isle* chair...it is merely an armless, thinner chair of sorts, on wheels...
Erin...hum from doing several flights...before moving here...and seeing several folks with walkers...they are folded and stored by the attendants upon...
Curious if anyone has had an RX for *compression* socks or stockings? Had found a site that also offered *traveing* socks to prevent swelling when flying. ...
Hi Dawn, Actually, yes, my podiatrist recommended the compression stocking for me due to edema in from the knees all the way down. I have been on Lasix...
Sharon...thank you!...think I will order the 15-20 and see how they work...:-) the swelling gets to where the shoes cannot go on...and with getting fitted for...
Dawn: I use the compression hose when I travel to keep my feet from swelling. I don't have a perscription for the socks so I use the knee high pantyhose type...
Jenn...thank you! I had inquired at CVS and was told of having to get an RX for the compression socks...or stockings. ??? how odd is this! Then the insurance...
What a topic, I just got Compression socks last weekend. Took the Dr. 6 weeks to prescribe them for me and only reason now that I have them is my sister in...
Thanks Dawn & Sal (and whoever mentioned the 'gerry chair' - I'm missing mail). :) I feel a bit better about flying in general; and pleasantly surprised that...
I found them at JcPenney about 5 years ago and bought a couple pairs. I haven't had to buy any since then but I would think they would still stock them. They...
Erin....I had mentioned the Gerry or Isle chair. :-) and yes the barthrooms are very convenient...and have a grab bar. Assisstance...with that...lol I don't...
Jenn....thanks again...wow JC Pennys is way across town from me...like everything is! If need be...can order from the link Sharon posted...and may try the ...
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Hi Ron, From what I remember and from what I have read now, do not wear them overnight. Here is an informative site: ...
Leanne here- I have a pair of compression socks - they helped alot but i had a helluva time getting htem on - my roommate had to help me get them on- and only...
Hi Jenn: The way you are gauging your time on your feet..that is pretty much the same for me. I just know my rehab doc is waiting for me to have continual...
Thanks Dawn. :-) Sounds pretty do-able for me & others who have similar limitations - with pre-arrangements of course. I'd need to inquire about using the...
... Erin, All the airlines make arrangements for those who cannot ascend or descend stairs - either at the plane or in the airport building if one has to use...
Hmmmmm.... this is *not* good news, although their study seemed well controlled (yet small number of participants) & the results impressive - at least in my...
I'll chime in a little late on all the topics covered. Weather -- as said Sacramento should be pretty warm/hot in September -- however the weather has been a...
LOL Dawn! You're a hoot! I could just picture trying to lay on my stomach and trying to elevate my feet backwards.... I think I would die! LOL I can...
Yes Dawn, Walmart carries some, but the only thing I have seen for women is the hose kind and the socks-kind only come in mens, which I think stinks. But you...
... Hi Dawn, I know a little about this subject and it is very important for a number of reasons. CMT causes edema in the lower legs and feet. This causes a...
Thanks for the info it was intresting and helpful...Sandy ... From: archivejbb To: CMT-Support@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, September 01, 2006 11:56 PM ...
Does anyone have any thoughts on the benefit of foot/lower leg massage to help reduce edema complications like those mentioned by Will? I have been having a...
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