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28/05/2026

Wear your compression garment with pride! 💓

There are lots of different styles and colours of compression garments available.

We tell you how to find out the options available to you:
https://compression.inthis-together.co.uk/uploads/journals/issues/page_turner/361/10/index.html

26/05/2026

If you have swelling in other areas of your limb, such as above the knee or in your toes, it is important to manage these areas. 👣

There are steps you can take to reduce the swelling and support any underlying conditions.

Find out more here: https://compression.inthis-together.co.uk/uploads/journals/issues/page_turner/361/8/index.html

21/05/2026

You need to update your compression garments every 6 months or so, to make sure they are working as well as possible. 🧦

Whenever you have a check up with your healthcare professional, make sure you take your garments with you so that they can ensure they still fit, and that they are still firm enough to work properly.

Learn more: https://compression.inthis-together.co.uk/uploads/journals/issues/page_turner/360/26/index.html

18/05/2026

To work at its best, compression needs to fit well and be comfortable. 💛

Check out some key points that might help you to improve your compression experience: https://compression.inthis-together.co.uk/uploads/journals/issues/page_turner/361/30/index.html

14/05/2026

Feel the stretch🙆‍♀️!

Even the smallest amount of activity can help improve your mobility.

Try these exercises at home or in the office - you can do them sitting or standing: https://compression.inthis-together.co.uk/uploads/journals/issues/page_turner/360/32/index.html

11/05/2026

Don’t be bugged by insect bites 🦟

During the summer months and warm weather, we are
all vulnerable to pesky insect bites.

For people with lymphoedema or vulnerable skin, however, insect bites are
a cause for concern, as they can quickly lead to infection.

Here we offer some advice on how to battle the bugs: https://compression.inthis-together.co.uk/uploads/journals/issues/page_turner/344/20/index.html

07/05/2026

How to get the most from your emollients.🧴

We give you some practical tips on how to get the best effect from using emollients, like how and when you should apply them.

Read more: https://compression.inthis-together.co.uk/uploads/journals/issues/page_turner/360/14/index.html

05/05/2026

Summer is on its way - the days are getting longer and hopefully the sun is shining.

Make the most of it by getting outside and notice the effects it has on your health and wellbeing! ☀️

Read more: https://compression.inthis-together.co.uk/uploads/journals/issues/page_turner/360/34/index.html

30/04/2026

Put your feet up or move more? 👣

You might have been told that you should elevate your legs, or you might have been told to try and walk more to help your lower limb condition.

How can both be helpful for your legs - we explain!

Learn more: https://compression.inthis-together.co.uk/uploads/journals/issues/page_turner/360/30/index.html

27/04/2026

Have you been told you should use an emollient on your skin, but you're not sure why? 🧴

Here we explain what emollients are, what they do and why it is important for people with lower limb conditions to use them: https://compression.inthis-together.co.uk/uploads/journals/issues/page_turner/360/8/index.html

23/04/2026

Walking has many benefits for your health and wellbeing. 🚶‍➡️

Even better, it's free and you can do it any time and anywhere.

If you walk while you are wearing your compression, the results are even better! Find out more here: https://compression.inthis-together.co.uk/uploads/journals/issues/page_turner/359/28/index.html

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