Vlad Gendelman, MD
Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon
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How to
Put on Compression Stockings
Compression stockings are elastic stockings or hose that are worn to reduce leg swelling (edema), improve blood circulation and help with problematic varicose veins. These stockings typically offer graduated compression,...
How to
Use an Inversion Table for Back Pain
Inversion therapy is used to ease back pain caused by degenerative or herniated discs, spinal stenosis or other spinal conditions. These conditions cause gravitational pressure to be placed on the nerve roots, resulting ...
How to Wash Compression Socks (Plus Tips for Drying Compression Garments)
If you wear compression socks, you know how important they are to maintain blood flow and prevent swelling and discomfort.. 17 July 2020. Washing them daily is essential to remove oil and bacteria, and even helps mainta...
How to
Wear Compression Socks
Compression socks can help improve circulation, prevent blood from pooling in the legs, and help relieve symptoms associated with deep vein thrombosis, skin ulcers, and varicose veins. To get the right pair of compressio...
How to
Use an Inversion Table
Inversion tables are used as a treatment primarily for back pain. They are designed to utilize gravity and create some traction in the spine and pelvis, which can take pressure of compressed joints, discs and nerves. Inv...
How to
Clean a Wrist Brace
A wrist brace is a device that is used to support the wrist after injury or surgery, or in the event of chronic wrist pain, to prevent further damage and discomfort to the wrist or hand. Because most wrist injuries need ...
How to
Get Rid of Bruises
Bruises, also known as contusions, are caused by broken blood vessels under the surface of your skin. Typically, bruises are caused by falling, bumping into things, or getting hit with an object like a ball. While bruise...
How to
Become a Surgeon
Many people dream of saving or improving lives as a surgeon. To achieve this dream, you must attend school for a number of years progressing through your initial education and into more specialized training. You should a...