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SoldierCrab's avatar
SoldierCrab
Member
9 years ago

Compression sleeves

OK ladies want some feedback if I can  
I have a TSL full sleeve with shoulder bit and strap to under the other arm.... 
we are very hot here with this weather and I am wondering has anyone showered with it on and left it on ? 
I had hell this morning trying to get it on as we didn't cool down last night here in Bathurst and it is extreme again today and tomorrow thinking I would l  shower in it pat dry but leave on 
Has anyone else done this in their sleeves of any brand ? 
lymphoedema
  • mum2jj's avatar
    mum2jj
    Member
    9 years ago
    Welcome to my world, I live in FNQ!!!! I find that putting talc or some other sort of powder on your arm helps to dry your arn enough to help get them on.  I think wearing them wet may actually cause stretching and damage to the garment.
    Hugs
    Paula xxx
  • Afraser's avatar
    Afraser
    Member
    9 years ago
    Sorry can't help on that one. Mine is remarkably cool once on but it's a real struggle to get it on on hot humid mornings. I've put mine on when still a bit damp with no ill effect at all, but never got it really wet.
  • Karenhappyquilt's avatar
    Karenhappyquilt
    Member
    9 years ago
    I haven't tried showering with mine on.  I know what you mean about how it's difficult to get on when your skin is wet and clammy.  I tried googling it but didn't get a definitive answer.  There was a suggestion that you can wear a wet one but also that it could irritate your skin.  Can you ask your physio?  Please post when you get an answer.  Good luck. Karen