Caring for Your Dr. Arthritis Compression Garments

If you suffer from arthritis or any form of joint pain, train regularly or travel frequently it’s likely that you already use some sort of compression garment to help manage the pain and improve circulation of the affected joint.

But for whatever reason that you’re wearing compression pieces, it’s important to remember that you need to care for them so that they continue to provide the relief that they are designed to provide.

Even the most durable and strongest compression sleeves or garments are likely to stretch out because of constant wear. And in cases where you need to wear them for medical reasons, and you’re prescribed to follow a certain volume of hours of wear on joints that are constantly moving like the knee or elbow, stretching the fabric is inevitable.

Machine vs. Hand Washing Compression Garments

Washing the pieces will certainly help restore the fabric’s elasticity, as well as remove accumulated dirt, bacteria, and oil—but you have to do so properly.

Keep in mind that while compression garments can indeed be machine or hand washed, there are certain care instructions for each process that you have to keep in mind. If you’re using the washing machine, place the compression pieces in a mesh lingerie bag to prevent the fabric from snagging. Select gentle cycle and do not use hot water to wash them.

The same can be said for hand washing compression garments. Despite the fact that hand washing will definitely be more gentle on the fabric, it’s important to remember that water temperature is key to preserving the color of your pieces. Keep the water warm for light colored sleeves, and cool for dark colored garments to prevent it from bleeding.

What kind of detergent should I use?

Most assume that because compression sleeves are worn all day, it’s a necessity to use industrial-strength soaps and detergents to clean them to prevent dirt and bacteria buildup. But harsh detergents can actually damage the fibers of compression garments, which are necessary to the garment’s effectiveness.

Make sure you use mild soaps and detergents, ensure that it’s free of bleach or chlorine as these cause the fibers to loosen.

The best way to dry these garments?

Compression garments, regardless of what kind it is, should always be left to air dry. The heat from machine dryers can weaken and damage the elastic fibers that lend itself to the garment’s ability to provide compression.

Instead, you have the option to lay the piece out in the sun, or hung over a clothes line. Any direct exposure to excessive heat, apart from putting it in the dryer, such as placing it over the radiator, should be avoided. Remember to turn the garment inside out as you let it dry.

One last tip. It’s best to keep at least two pairs of compression sleeves so that you have time to let one dry out and regain its shape and elasticity. For options, visit https://www.doctorarthritis.org.

Dr. Arthritis is a trusted brand known for their line of compression gloves anchored on the founders’ experience and insight as medical practitioners. The brand’s collection are made using a high quality blend of 88 percent copper nylon with 12 percent spandex—making it one of the products with the highest copper content available, and ensuring all-day comfort.

Dr. Arthritis’ main mission is to improve the lives of people who suffer from joint and muscle pain—regardless if it’s because they suffer from conditions like arthritis or are recovering from an injury.

If you have any questions, feel free to leave a message in the comment section below, or email us at enquiry@doctorarthritis.org. You may also visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/doctorarthritis or view our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVRAgAy847uyV8BMdynZZXg.

About Dr. Arthritis

We are a team of doctors and professionals, we are Doctor Arthritis. For the past years we have developed a series of copper infused products which help patients suffering from arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions improve their lifestyle. Our copper compression gloves and copper compression sleeves represent an efficient, non-invasive solution for relieving joint and muscular pain in the hands, elbows, knees, ankles, foot and calves.
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We, as doctors, have been working with patients for many years and have seen the impact these musculoskeletal conditions have on a person’s life, which is why our goal is to help as many as possible treat the symptoms in a way that doesn’t cause any other damage to the body. Developing these copper infused arthritis gloves and copper infused arthritis sleeves is our way to re-assure our patients and not only, that they have an ally fighting with joint and muscular pain in us. Alongside our joint compression products, each of our customers receives “The Dr. Arthritis Handbook” containing specific information on the condition and its varied types and also treatments and exercises for the joint and/or muscle affected by arthritis.
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We are confident that by using the right compression sleeves or compression gloves and by daily exercise and adequate treatment every person suffering from arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions will have an improved lifestyle and will be able to enjoy the smallest things in life, without having to worry about pain while performing daily tasks.
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Our copper infused compression gloves and copper infused compression sleeves have been developed with consideration and care towards our patients. We want each person to have a comfortable lifestyle and be able to enjoy life at its fullest. As doctors, helping patients have a good life is our passion and from this passion our professional, medical copper infused products have been created.