If you are able and willing to do exercises to help reduce your swelling here is a video with a few great exercises you can do at home too. Take care. th-cam.com/video/vgW6ZD_QwwQ/w-d-xo.html
I sit all day at the computer working and recently have experienced swelling in my feet at the end of the day. The swelling seems to be only when I work 10 hours or so. What can I do to help eliminate this swelling. I am 63. Thanks.
God bless and heal Bob. God bless and keep Brad. I’ve gotten so much help from this channel. I’m in pain all the time and managing it is tough. It’s been many nights I’ve watched and done what was shown and it helped.
Best wishes to bob, thank you for continuing this work. I hope he is doing well, keeping his spirits up. This series of vids has been immensely helpful. Best wishes, z
Compression socks. How I learned to put them on is to first put them inside out. Then, push the toe section to the heel on the right side (that part is no inside he sock). And then hold them at the heel and pull over your foot to your heel. The inside out part will loosely hang down off your foot. Then, grab a five inch section of the hanging fabric and pull that over your foot and heel. And then repeat until you worked the full inside out part correctly over your full length of leg to your knee or higher, depending on the length of your compression sock or stocking. It's really easy this way.
Hi Brad. My brother is a retired Board Certified Vascular Surgeon. He retired after a 45 year career of surgery in the Bronx. I wear support stockings every day because of a circulation issue. His suggestion on getting the stockings on is some baby powder and the most important thing is a pair of Playtex gloves. You can really grip the top of the stockings and pull them right up with ease. I tell a lot of people about this and they begin to wear the stockings again. The zipper on the side according to my brother is not good. I hope this little bit of information helps. All the best to Bob.
There is a tool called the Jobst stocking donner that help you put on compression socks. Also it doesn't have to be Jobst,; it can just be a STOCKING DONNER. It works really well. Your compression stocking will just slide on. Look on google to order or other medical places. Look on TH-cam to see how it works. I love mine. My Doctor prescribed it for me. I hope this helps someone. I prayed for Bob.
I have done a lot of physical therapy over the years, and telling the PT "I won't do exercises" never even occurred to me. TBH, when you said a patient told you that, I expected you to show them the door. I know it's common for people to fail to complete the exercises given because, when I complained about how long it took to do all the exercises assigned, the PT was surprised I had tried and admitted they always prescribed 2-3x more than was really necessary in hopes people will do at least half of them. I work out and walk 3 days a week, and spend a lot of the other days sitting/sewing, and on the rest days the swelling can get bad. I've tried multiple compression socks, but ones that fit my enormous calves are too big in the feet, while ones that fit my feet are way too tight in calves. Good to know that they shouldn't feel as tight as I thought.
Thank you for this one! I have wasted a lot of money trying to find a compression hose that fits. The product you cut-to-fit looks like it might just be the answer. Thank you. Keep fighting the good fight!💪🏻❤️🤟🏻
We love you Bob, and we hope you’ll be coming back to the screen soon. We are all praying for you, is ataxia something that you can get healed from? Regardless, we’re praying for your total and absolute healing. We love you too Brad and we’re glad that you are OK And we pray that both you stay strong and get together son
I have significant and painful edema that is somewhat controlled when I sleep flat, but cold exposure and sunlight exposure is the key to break down chronic inflammation to amazing levels. Autophagy is the mechanism in play, but stays in play only when nights are kept dark on eyes and skin.
I have Stage 3 Lymphedema, Restless Leg Syndrome and legs sensitive to pressure. I can't stand to wear the short stretch bandages the Lymphedema Clinic uses, I tolerate the adjustable compression garment made from neoprene (wetsuit material) but in the Summer heat they are uncomfortable, TubiGrip has been my go-to since it was first used on me. I have a lymphedema wound that wraps more than halfway around my lower leg and I've found that I get the best results healing using Tubigrip . I have long and short sections, the short ones I can use as an extra layer over the wound or anywhere where the swelling increases to provide more compression. The only thing is you can only wash them 3 times and then they recommend you discard them. One thing my Lymphedema PT suggested when my legs were really hurting was to get in a pool. It worked like magic, but only as long as I was in the pool. Also, don't get in a pool if you have an open wound. Bacteria can enter and cause all kinds of problems.
I enjoy your videos and have been helped by them. I don't know what has happened to Bob, but I will pray for him. Thank you gentlemen for sharing your gift with everyone. 😊
Say hello Bob. I have lots of compression socks that are all different colours and patterns. When I fractured my ankle and caused severe deep tissue injury from a bad slip and fall, the compression sock helped keep it together until I could get medically treated. I wore the compression sleeve. The intake nurse removed my compression sock and it caused excruciating pain. Good things for the sleeve.
I have fibromyalgia and I am short (5’2.75”) so the compression socks were painful at the top of my calf (especially when folded over) and usually too long. I think the Tubagrip might help. I am also under evaluation for lupus now. This gives me a back up for when the exercises aren’t enough (or I’m driving long distances and have a big problem with it). I’ve found for me it’s worse when I don’t put electrolytes in my water when I hydrate under these circumstances. Thank you. I will check out the exercises for this as well.
A timely message for me! I not only have a sprained ankle, but a comminuted first metatarsal fracture. A steel plate and 6 screws later, I am still sore and swollen after nearly 4 weeks.
You guys are a treasure. I'm currently trying to stay consistent with the tubigrip for compression to heal a wound (diabetec gardener=bad combo!) and I also have swollen ankles from RA and heart disease. No one explained these tips, tricks, and the reasons for everything. Roll-down caused the turniquet effect for me so I started to avoid using them. Because of Bob and Brad, my personal PTs(j/k!) I am improving my self-care. I went on Amazon and there are three sizes - E(large) then F (large) and G(no size or measurement mentioned - very confusing). I'm thinking the "no-size" is what my doctor puts on, because the E and F are "large." I have skinny legs so I'm hoping it's the right size. Yes, we are all busy, even boomers. Somehow you keep turning out this content, without fail, alleviating a lot of suffering for so many people. Thank you.
Thank you so much for sharing this excellent ways for swollen feet I stand up all day through walking dealing with children in school. I will definitely get a pair of good compression socks.
Thanks for the info on the tubes. Didn't know they existed. Amazon has a good collection. Also I once timed getting on a pair of compression socks and it took me 7 min. ........ I'm just say'n
I want to send Bob prayers and positive energy and sympathize with what he's having to deal with. It feels like your body has betrayed you. All I can say is that in this day and age medicine is advancing faster than ever with new treatments and technologies coming every year that are lifechanging. From one tall Bob to another, I've dealt with health issues from the day I was born to today, 70 years later. You just learn to live with it. There will be times it brings you down and I truly believe that God gave us family and friends to help share our burdens during those times so don't try to tough it out all alone. I highly recommend a book my doctor recommended to me years ago when I was going through a bad time. Norman Cousins 'Anatomy of an Illness as Perceived by the Patient'.
I have lymphoedema in both of my legs below the knee. I was fitted for some compression socks at a pharmacy. The measurements are sent to a German company, and therefore custom made for my legs. They are easy to put on, have the right amount of pressure for my condition, and never fall down or cut into my legs. Strongly suggest asking a doctor if these are right for you. They’re amazing.
I had a trimtrimalleolar fracture about 5 years ago. I was allergic to the fixation metal resulting in bad long infection and had to have the metal removed with a second surgery. The ankle still swells and just cooking on my tile kitchen is painful. It's too hot in Arizona to wear compression socks and shoes all the time. Just whining! I recently got insurance so I will get back to physical therapy soon.
Thanks for another option. I have a lot of swelling due to arthritis in my ankles and surgeries. The compression sleeves are nice but sometimes a sock is more appropriate so I don’t have so many layers. But, the socks are frequently too tight at the top
Put your feet up once a day above heart level for 20 mins. In time almost all swelling is cut down to a little. Promise a sponsor, stick to your plan. More days holding up, less days swelling. Great Knees. 🙏✌️♥️✝️👐🕊️🌹😇 I lay flat almost touching a wall, then raise my feet straight up the wall as comfortable as I can get them. Then after 5 mins with knees bent like a sitting position though not sitting. Then at 15 mins legs raised, lower right leg to the right for count of thirty, leg is outstretched to side, then coss leg over body, take right arm and stretch for toes county of thirty, repeat on left side, then 20 mins is up. Great for sciatica and lower back.
I tend to work on my feet all day, but only my left ankle and foot swells. My right is normal, and being off my feet helps the swelling to reduce. I'll get some of that tubi stuff!!
If you put a grocery sack on your foot and leg first and then slide the compression sock over it, once the compression sock is in place , pull sack out through toe opening
Best wishes to Bob. Miss his enthusiasm. I find a very light stretch tube works for my ankle. Too snug and it's too uncomfortable to wear. I use the ones sized for knees on the ankles... Hate Costco's Kirkland brand 'arch support' socks as they create a lot of pain...
The easier method for putting on compression socks: put your hand inside the sock, to the toes, turn the sock inside out to the heel. Then put the sock on the foot, adjust as needed to straighten out sock, then from the gather the remainder to the sock in both hands and pull the sock up the leg and adjust as needed to make sure the compression is evenly spread out. This works for knee high and thigh high socks. That's how I was trained to do it, long ago, in nursing school.
Dot from UK That was very interesting guys and more advice and information than my doctor has given me, which was, it's wear and tear, for my painful arthritic knee. Which was about as much use as a chocolate tea pot. I will get some Tubigrip and do what you have advised as low and behold would you believe yesterday and today my feet and ankles are swollen, don't usually get that, so it was by shear luck I came across your vid today, or simply was it meant to be. Anyway thanks a bunch and lots of love from the UK, Dot xx
If you are able and willing to do exercises to help reduce your swelling here is a video with a few great exercises you can do at home too. Take care. th-cam.com/video/vgW6ZD_QwwQ/w-d-xo.html
I sit all day at the computer working and recently have experienced swelling in my feet at the end of the day. The swelling seems to be only when I work 10 hours or so. What can I do to help eliminate this swelling. I am 63. Thanks.
@@lindat6910 get up and walk around once per hour
@@bmiles4131 Thank you very much!
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Prayers for Bob, stay strong Brad
you have all of us sisters praying for you to get et beyter.GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU.
YOU HELP SO MANY PEOPLE.
MIKE THANK YOU FOR BEING HERE.
Yes. Prayers for you all. Keep these videos coming!!
What happen to Bob?
@@susanwilliston2104 th-cam.com/video/8zFEppGYEKA/w-d-xo.html
@@susanwilliston2104 same
Prayers for Bob and his family. Both of you have helped so many people. Bless you both🙏🏻
Prayers for Rob. You all stay strong.
Prayers going up for Bob and his family
Sorry to hear about Bob. My prayers are with him.
What has happened to Bob?
God bless and heal Bob.
God bless and keep Brad.
I’ve gotten so much help from this channel. I’m in pain all the time and managing it is tough. It’s been many nights I’ve watched and done what was shown and it helped.
Prayers for Bob and for Brad also.
Amen
I am supportive of Brad, he is so nice
Yes I totally agree!!
Bob is in my prayers.
Bob, your in our prayers, far and wide. Thanking you for all your help over these years of viewing, you and Brad are awesome!
I have lymphedema and started using the tube stocking after I dislocated my shoulder. I love it!
Prayers to Bob- hope he gets better. And prayers to Brad- keep up the great work guys. You guys helped so many around the world. 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Sending prayers for Bob.
Best wishes to bob, thank you for continuing this work. I hope he is doing well, keeping his spirits up. This series of vids has been immensely helpful. Best wishes, z
Prayers for Bob 🙏🏻 loved you both in your videos and miss him with you in the videos 💕 you guys helped me get rid of my neck pain ♥️☺️
Wear rubber or latex gloves to help get the compression stockings on easier. Prayers going up for Bob.
Prayers for Bob and you keep up the great work !
My thoughts are with Bob, best to him! Hope he gets better!
Sorry to hear about Bob, I send prayers and love to him and his family. Get well Bob!
You guys are amazing. I trust what you say and I'm sorry to hear about Bob's situation. I have prayed for him and will continue to do so. xx
Prayers for Bob, you rule my man!
Hope people by your information on swollen ankles to benefit thanks to you sirs
Oh, and good wishes for Bob! I sincerely hope he is doing very well. Hugs, Bob! ❤
Love you Bob keep your mind busy and try not to feel down remember you've done so much for thousands of people and millions you've never met too
Continually praying for Bob and his family 🙏🏽
Wishing Bob a speedy recovery !
Love to Bob and everyone that loves him 💕
Compression socks. How I learned to put them on is to first put them inside out. Then, push the toe section to the heel on the right side (that part is no inside he sock). And then hold them at the heel and pull over your foot to your heel. The inside out part will loosely hang down off your foot. Then, grab a five inch section of the hanging fabric and pull that over your foot and heel. And then repeat until you worked the full inside out part correctly over your full length of leg to your knee or higher, depending on the length of your compression sock or stocking. It's really easy this way.
Hi Brad. My brother is a retired Board Certified Vascular Surgeon. He retired after a 45 year career of surgery in the Bronx. I wear support stockings every day because of a circulation issue. His suggestion on getting the stockings on is some baby powder and the most important thing is a pair of Playtex gloves. You can really grip the top of the stockings and pull them right up with ease. I tell a lot of people about this and they begin to wear the stockings again. The zipper on the side according to my brother is not good. I hope this little bit of information helps. All the best to Bob.
Prayers for Bob and Brad. 🙏
Every video is produced on time! People do have feet swell or sore a lot in summer
Sending a hug Bob,Hope you are feeling better soon,we are all feeling better because of you.thankyou .
I hope Bob gets better 🙏🙏
Prayers and Love to Bob and all those around him. great guy!!!!!
There is a tool called the Jobst stocking donner that help you put on compression socks. Also it doesn't have to be Jobst,; it can just be a STOCKING DONNER. It works really well. Your compression stocking will just slide on. Look on google to order or other medical places. Look on TH-cam to see how it works. I love mine. My Doctor prescribed it for me.
I hope this helps someone.
I prayed for Bob.
Miss you Bob! Prayers going up for you. 🙏🏻. And prayers for the show. I have gained so much from you guys. Thanks. 💜🙏🏻
Your videos are so helpful. So sorry Bob is dealing with this. Prayers for healing for Bob and strength and encouragement for you both.
GET BETTER SOON BOB, i will pray for you . Don’t give up hope. If you have faith, you will get better.
I bought a shirt from your website today. Sending love and light.
Thank you for the support, we appreciate it!
Am glad i met you two, prayers for Bob from Kenya
I have done a lot of physical therapy over the years, and telling the PT "I won't do exercises" never even occurred to me. TBH, when you said a patient told you that, I expected you to show them the door. I know it's common for people to fail to complete the exercises given because, when I complained about how long it took to do all the exercises assigned, the PT was surprised I had tried and admitted they always prescribed 2-3x more than was really necessary in hopes people will do at least half of them.
I work out and walk 3 days a week, and spend a lot of the other days sitting/sewing, and on the rest days the swelling can get bad. I've tried multiple compression socks, but ones that fit my enormous calves are too big in the feet, while ones that fit my feet are way too tight in calves. Good to know that they shouldn't feel as tight as I thought.
Thinking of you always, Bob!
Bob! And brad I love you and will always be praying for you🤗
Hang in there Brad! Best wishes to Bob!
Thank you for this one! I have wasted a lot of money trying to find a compression hose that fits. The product you cut-to-fit looks like it might just be the answer. Thank you. Keep fighting the good fight!💪🏻❤️🤟🏻
We love you Bob, and we hope you’ll be coming back to the screen soon. We are all praying for you, is ataxia something that you can get healed from? Regardless, we’re praying for your total and absolute healing. We love you too Brad and we’re glad that you are OK And we pray that both you stay strong and get together son
Thanks for this video! Prayers for Bob.
Thank you. This helps so much, particularly when I travel.
I am praying for Bobs total healing!
I have significant and painful edema that is somewhat controlled when I sleep flat, but cold exposure and sunlight exposure is the key to break down chronic inflammation to amazing levels. Autophagy is the mechanism in play, but stays in play only when nights are kept dark on eyes and skin.
I have Stage 3 Lymphedema, Restless Leg Syndrome and legs sensitive to pressure. I can't stand to wear the short stretch bandages the Lymphedema Clinic uses, I tolerate the adjustable compression garment made from neoprene (wetsuit material) but in the Summer heat they are uncomfortable, TubiGrip has been my go-to since it was first used on me. I have a lymphedema wound that wraps more than halfway around my lower leg and I've found that I get the best results healing using Tubigrip . I have long and short sections, the short ones I can use as an extra layer over the wound or anywhere where the swelling increases to provide more compression. The only thing is you can only wash them 3 times and then they recommend you discard them.
One thing my Lymphedema PT suggested when my legs were really hurting was to get in a pool. It worked like magic, but only as long as I was in the pool. Also, don't get in a pool if you have an open wound. Bacteria can enter and cause all kinds of problems.
Keeping Bob close in thought; also keeping Brad in thought, as well. Excellent content, gents.
I enjoy your videos and have been helped by them. I don't know what has happened to Bob, but I will pray for him. Thank you gentlemen for sharing your gift with everyone. 😊
So sorry to hear about Bob. Hope he is improving steadily. Love your Viking football on you shelf. Skol!
Oh my goodness I hope he recovers soon. Thank you for the great information 🌸🤩
We miss you, Bob. Take good care of yourself and know that your fans 100% understand that you need to focus on your health and well-being now.
Say hello Bob.
I have lots of compression socks that are all different colours and patterns. When I fractured my ankle and caused severe deep tissue injury from a bad slip and fall, the compression sock helped keep it together until I could get medically treated. I wore the compression sleeve. The intake nurse removed my compression sock and it caused excruciating pain. Good things for the sleeve.
Healing vibes and prayers sent your way Bob.
I have fibromyalgia and I am short (5’2.75”) so the compression socks were painful at the top of my calf (especially when folded over) and usually too long. I think the Tubagrip might help. I am also under evaluation for lupus now. This gives me a back up for when the exercises aren’t enough (or I’m driving long distances and have a big problem with it). I’ve found for me it’s worse when I don’t put electrolytes in my water when I hydrate under these circumstances. Thank you. I will check out the exercises for this as well.
Sorry to hear about Bob's illness. I wish him well.
A timely message for me! I not only have a sprained ankle, but a comminuted first metatarsal fracture. A steel plate and 6 screws later, I am still sore and swollen after nearly 4 weeks.
You guys are a treasure. I'm currently trying to stay consistent with the tubigrip for compression to heal a wound (diabetec gardener=bad combo!) and I also have swollen ankles from RA and heart disease. No one explained these tips, tricks, and the reasons for everything. Roll-down caused the turniquet effect for me so I started to avoid using them. Because of Bob and Brad, my personal PTs(j/k!) I am improving my self-care. I went on Amazon and there are three sizes - E(large) then F (large) and G(no size or measurement mentioned - very confusing). I'm thinking the "no-size" is what my doctor puts on, because the E and F are "large." I have skinny legs so I'm hoping it's the right size. Yes, we are all busy, even boomers. Somehow you keep turning out this content, without fail, alleviating a lot of suffering for so many people. Thank you.
Thank you so much for sharing this excellent ways for swollen feet I stand up all day through walking dealing with children in school. I will definitely get a pair of good compression socks.
Good thoughts for Bob! Work hard with your SLP and PT. You’ve got this! 💝
Thanks for the info on the tubes. Didn't know they existed. Amazon has a good collection. Also I once timed getting on a pair of compression socks and it took me 7 min. ........ I'm just say'n
Love this channel. Praying for Bob.
Bob please get well soon!!!
I want to send Bob prayers and positive energy and sympathize with what he's having to deal with. It feels like your body has betrayed you. All I can say is that in this day and age medicine is advancing faster than ever with new treatments and technologies coming every year that are lifechanging. From one tall Bob to another, I've dealt with health issues from the day I was born to today, 70 years later. You just learn to live with it. There will be times it brings you down and I truly believe that God gave us family and friends to help share our burdens during those times so don't try to tough it out all alone. I highly recommend a book my doctor recommended to me years ago when I was going through a bad time. Norman Cousins 'Anatomy of an Illness as Perceived by the Patient'.
I have lymphoedema in both of my legs below the knee. I was fitted for some compression socks at a pharmacy. The measurements are sent to a German company, and therefore custom made for my legs. They are easy to put on, have the right amount of pressure for my condition, and never fall down or cut into my legs. Strongly suggest asking a doctor if these are right for you. They’re amazing.
What is the name of the German company?
@@sarita3337 It's called medi GmbH. I had to order mine through my doctor, but they may sell directly.
@@medusabeheaded Thank you!
Sending Bob healing energy now
Miss you Bob. Hope you are having a good day 😀
My co worker has similar disease. God bless you
I had a trimtrimalleolar fracture about 5 years ago. I was allergic to the fixation metal resulting in bad long infection and had to have the metal removed with a second surgery. The ankle still swells and just cooking on my tile kitchen is painful. It's too hot in Arizona to wear compression socks and shoes all the time. Just whining! I recently got insurance so I will get back to physical therapy soon.
How would you know if your body is miss a lined. Thanks for helping the world. God Bless you both. Xx
Wishing all the Very Best to Bob! 🙏🙌💪👊
Thanks for another option. I have a lot of swelling due to arthritis in my ankles and surgeries. The compression sleeves are nice but sometimes a sock is more appropriate so I don’t have so many layers. But, the socks are frequently too tight at the top
Too tight for me too. I have the same problem 😢
hang in there Bob! deepest condolences
Bob sending positive vibe we hope he gets better
Put your feet up once a day above heart level for 20 mins. In time almost all swelling is cut down to a little. Promise a sponsor, stick to your plan. More days holding up, less days swelling. Great Knees. 🙏✌️♥️✝️👐🕊️🌹😇 I lay flat almost touching a wall, then raise my feet straight up the wall as comfortable as I can get them. Then after 5 mins with knees bent like a sitting position though not sitting. Then at 15 mins legs raised, lower right leg to the right for count of thirty, leg is outstretched to side, then coss leg over body, take right arm and stretch for toes county of thirty, repeat on left side, then 20 mins is up. Great for sciatica and lower back.
Thanks for the info. I have started wearing mine.
Great video, Brad. Thinking of you, Bob, and hoping you're feeling well. ❤❤
I tend to work on my feet all day, but only my left ankle and foot swells. My right is normal, and being off my feet helps the swelling to reduce. I'll get some of that tubi stuff!!
I love me some Bob & Brad!
Stay strong Bob. Be strong
Aaw sorry to hear that Bob, hope you're improving.
You and Brad are 👍
If you put a grocery sack on your foot and leg first and then slide the compression sock over it, once the compression sock is in place , pull sack out through toe opening
There are some that are sold that have zippers from the ankle to the knee. And they are comfortable.
Great idea for the 'tube sock'. I'm going to get some for my hubby to try. Thanks! 😊❤️
Best wishes to Bob. Miss his enthusiasm.
I find a very light stretch tube works for my ankle. Too snug and it's too uncomfortable to wear. I use the ones sized for knees on the ankles...
Hate Costco's Kirkland brand 'arch support' socks as they create a lot of pain...
Good tips! Thank you so much guys! Blessings!❤❤❤❤
what is your take on venous insufficiency? Do you think the venaseal is a good procedure?
Thank you very much for this!🙂
The easier method for putting on compression socks: put your hand inside the sock, to the toes, turn the sock inside out to the heel. Then put the sock on the foot, adjust as needed to straighten out sock, then from the gather the remainder to the sock in both hands and pull the sock up the leg and adjust as needed to make sure the compression is evenly spread out. This works for knee high and thigh high socks. That's how I was trained to do it, long ago, in nursing school.
Get better soon Bob
My prayers🙏 to you!
I hope you'll be better soon Bob!
Dot from UK
That was very interesting guys and more advice and information than my doctor has given me, which was, it's wear and tear, for my painful arthritic knee. Which was about as much use as a chocolate tea pot. I will get some Tubigrip and do what you have advised as low and behold would you believe yesterday and today my feet and ankles are swollen, don't usually get that, so it was by shear luck I came across your vid today, or simply was it meant to be. Anyway thanks a bunch and lots of love from the UK, Dot xx
Thanks for sharing this! ❣️
Please have a multiple sclerosis segment.....these videos help out alot.
Thank you.
We do have some videos on this. Here is a link to all the videos we've done on this: www.youtube.com/@BobandBrad/search?query=mutiple%20scleriosis
Get well soon, Bob! I love this channel.