Proud to be a one-stop shopping experience for the Triad community, Forsyth Medical Supply in Winston-Salem excels in helping families deal with comfort and safe movement issues that can arise at any age!
Besides medical equipment and assistive furniture for aging family members, you might be surprised that this trusted family owned business also specializes in medical grade compression garments suited for a variety of scenarios.
“Our medical grade compression stockings are much different than what you would buy from a big box store or Amazon,” explains Store Manager Brenna Chandler. “People complain about them being too tight or uncomfortable when they are bought over the counter. We will custom measure you to get the perfect size – no appointment needed – Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Most customers leave with something we have in stock or have the product mailed to their home if we need to order it.”
Compression stockings are ideal to reduce swelling, improve circulation, manage pain, improve mobility and even improve recovery time after surgery or an injury. While it’s best to speak to your doctor about the correct level of compression for your particular needs, their expert staff can help you select a lighter level if you have a less extreme need.
“People who have had knee surgery often wear compression sleeves to help reduce swelling and pain, and they can also help prevent blood clots from forming. My teenage son just tore ligaments in his ankle playing basketball and has been wearing a cotton compression sock to reduce the swelling. It looks like a regular sock, so he isn’t embarrassed to wear it to school, and it helps him heal faster!” shares Brenna.
While you may think these products are only for your grandparents, you may be amazed at the current options! Compression stockings come in many different materials, colors, sizes and lengths. Sheer materials are popular for women in the summertime, while men prefer a dress sock look or a cotton sock with a padded sole for comfort. Skin tone colors are popular, along with hot pink or fun tie dye styles!
“Compression garments apply gentle pressure to your limbs, which helps reduce swelling. This is especially beneficial for people with lymphedema, a condition that causes fluid to build up in the arms or legs,” shares Brenna. “We stock many types of garments for swelling including knee highs, thigh highs, arm sleeves and even gloves for swelling in the hands.”
For swelling hands, they encourage you to come for a fitting early in the day before you have a chance to swell, so you can be measured at your smallest and the new garment can maintain that.
Improving circulation is vital for people with venous insufficiency, a condition that causes blood to pool in the legs, and compression garments help push blood back up the legs and towards the heart. Healthcare staff who stand on their feet for long hours are popular candidates for compression, as well as waitresses. Anyone who sits for long periods of time – such as receptionists and office staff – can also develop issues with circulation.
Managing pain and improving mobility are also huge benefits, especially for those with joint pain and inflammation.
And, always a step ahead, Forsyth Medical Supply sells devices to assist those with dexterity issues who are concerned with putting on compression garments at home. Ask to see what innovative products might fit your lifestyle!
Forsyth Medical Supply serves clients throughout Winston-Salem, Clemmons, Kernersville, Statesville, Mooresville, Mount Airy, Pilot Mountain, Oak Ridge and Summerfield. Trust them to keep you and your family safe and well with the proper medical equipment, unmatched customer service and valued expertise. Visit the showroom at 3033 Trenwest Drive, Winston-Salem, 336-768-5512 and online at forsythmedicalsupply.com. Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
