Natural Steps

Another NEW ARRIVAL for Fall...Salt & Peppa Compression Sock by Archi Medical.

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NEW FALL ARRIVALS: Pastel Pixels and Work It compression socks.

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Today is FND (Functional Neurological Disorder) Awareness Day.

HOME FND Hope - FND Hope FND Hope is a charitable organization promoting awareness and support for individuals and carers affected by Functional Neurological Disorder.

Today is World Autism Awareness Day. If you know someone with autism, they can share there story here.

World Autism Awareness Day The eighth annual World Autism Awareness Day is April 2, 2015. Every year, autism organizations around the world celebrate the day with unique fundraising and awareness-raising events. How will you celebrate?

Happy Easter to our clients, family and friends!

Looking for compression garments for relief from your varicose veins or spider veins?

If you’re in the Owen Sound area, come to Owen Sound Hospital today. Find us on the 1st floor outside the cafeteria from 10-3.

Find us at Owen Sound Hospital on Wednesday from 10 am till 3 pm for your compression garment needs. First floor outside the cafeteria.

Now that the warmer weather is on its way, it will soon be time to ditch the pants and compression socks for skirts and compression thigh highs.

Sigvaris Eversheer Thigh Highs feature:

✔ Fashionable sheer medical graduated compression hosiery
✔ Excellent breathable and moisture management for added comfort

They are suited for:

✔ pre vein treatment
✔ post vein treatment
✔ ideal for business or dress

If you have a prescription, visit www.naturalsteps.ca to book an appointment for correctly fitting compression garments.

Today is World Water Day. Without water we cannot survive. We need water for our health. Drinking lots of water also helps with edema. Don't take water for granted. Some don't have access to it.

World Water Day 22 March – the United Nations

Today is World Down Syndrome Day. In honour of all these beautiful souls we are asked to find our loudest socks or stockings. Today I am pleased to be wearing these bright blue compression stockings by

If you’re in the area, come see me today at the Owen Sound Hospital just outside the cafe to show your support and even your funky socks! If you’re not, send us some pics in the comments 👇🏻👇🏻. If you’re stuck in plain white socks today I’d be happy to show you my large selection of fun, comfortable compression socks.
-Ally

Since it’s St Patrick’s Day tomorrow and March is also lymphedema month here’s an interesting article you should read in the effects of alcohol on lymphedema.

Bottoms Up! The Effects of Alcohol on Lymphedema For many, alcohol is a part of life. But what about when a chronic health condition is a part of life, too?

Spring is coming...and some will be getting on their motorbikes soon. Here’s why you should be wearing compression socks while you ride!

Moto-Skiveez Product Helps Prevent a Hidden Risk to Riders - ADV Pulse A recent study shows riding long distances can restrict blood flow to the legs, putting motorcyclists at greater risk of developing serious health issues.

Happy International Women’s Day.

Women who changed the world Literary mastery, pioneering science, life-saving discoveries and actions for peace and human rights – achievements of women around the world awarded the Nob...

Today is Lymphedema Day. Watch video message from the President of the Lymphedema Association of Ontario challenging us to

2017 World Lymphedema Day - Show Yourself As we prepare to celebrate the second annual World Lymphedema Day on March 6, 2017, the Lymphedema Association of Ontario is asking those living with lymphed...

The countdown to (also observed as ) on March 6 is on! Find out what’s going on in Ontario, and what you can do to get involved! http://www.lymphontario.ca

Monday mornings are even better when the sun’s out and it’s shining brightly today! Is it out where you are?

If you have lymphedema or you are a massage therapist, you need to read this, before your next massage appointment.

Lymphedema - The Massage Therapist’s Role | Anti-Cancer Club One of the essential questions that should be on all massage therapist’s Intake Forms is whether or not your client has active, or is at risk for lymphedema. Regardless of whether you work as an oncology massage therapist or in a day spa setting, it is imperative that both client/patient and massa...

There’s been a lot of snow melt recently. Is there still snow where you are? The trails are always more interesting than the roads. Take care if the snow is melting where you are though. And of course, if you need to wear compression garments when you’re active, don’t forget to put them on.

Even in winter, exercise is good for you.
What motivates you to get off the couch and exercise?
Comment below. Let’s motivate others to do the same.

Enjoy the snow and ice but don’t forget to stay warm, dry, comfortable and, most importantly, SAFE!

Looking for compression garments in the Owen Sound area?
We’re open Wednesday’s from 10-3 at Owen Sound Hospital.

Look forward to helping you with your compression garment needs.

Find us at Owen Sound Hospital on Wednesday from 10 am till 3 pm for your compression garment needs. First floor outside the cafeteria.

Is lymphedema reversible? This naturopath provides the answer.

Is Lymphedema Reversible? Lymphedema Diagnosis & The 4 Stages of Lymphedema. Today I answer a common question from my viewers and patients - Is Lymphedema Reversible and if so - in what cases is it reversible? I break down how to unde...

Cheerfulness is the best promoter of health and is as friendly to the mind as to the body. ~ Joseph Addison

Everyone knows of the anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric, but here’s a useful article on how much turmeric you should actually be taking.

How much turmeric should you actually be taking? Experts weigh in on whether a golden milk latte a day really keeps the inflammation away.

Lymphedema after cancer treatment -- special issue of Rehabilitation Oncology presents research update.

Lymphedema after cancer treatment -- special issue of Rehabilitation Oncology presents research update Individuals who have been treated for cancer are at risk for a complication called lymphedema: swelling in the body region where lymph nodes were removed, causing pain and limited function. New research and insights on the management of cancer-related lymphedema are presented in the January special....

Find us at Owen Sound Hospital on Wednesday from 10 am till 3 pm for your compression garment needs. First floor outside the cafeteria.

Do you wake up early in the morning to exercise?
According to this article, it can be counterproductive!
Do you agree?

How Waking Up Early in the Morning to Exercise Could Actually Be Counterproductive Depriving ourselves of sufficient shuteye hurts our chances of success in weight loss and exercise. 

“Evidence suggests that compression garments and compression bandaging are effective in reducing limb lymphedema.”

Manual Lymph Drainage and Lymphedema - PeopleBeatingCancer More than one in five of breast cancer patients will develop breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL). BCRL is a swelling that can occur in the arm, breast