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    Compression socks

    Putting on your fitted compression in the morning and wearing it through your day.

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    Compression socks: illustration of a woman wearing compression stockings at home

    How to do it

    1. Wear the garment your doctor or therapist fitted for you.
    2. Check for folds or rolling at the knee and ankle.
    3. Note any pinching or marks at the end of the day.
    4. Wash and dry it as the label says.

    A morning routine

    1. Keep your garments and any donning gloves by the bed.
    2. Sit down and turn the garment inside out to the heel.
    3. Slide your foot in, then ease the fabric up in small sections.
    4. Smooth out any wrinkles.

    Easier version

    Use a donning aid or rubber gloves and pause halfway. On difficult days, ask your therapist whether a lighter or shorter garment is an option.

    Safety note

    Ask your doctor or lymph therapist which compression class and technique suit you.

    Why women include it

    Many women with lipedema wear compression during the day, often as advised by their care team. Some say it helps their legs feel more supported. Notice how your day goes with and without it, and log it.

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    Add it to your care routine in Renya

    Tick it off next to your morning and evening leg check-ins, and see your days line up. iPhone subscription app. Android coming soon.

    These are everyday habits, not medical advice. Renya is a self-tracking tool. Check with your doctor if a habit does not feel right for you.