Random stuff - the anything else thread
#9031
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Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
Until this place we always had covered parking either above or below ground, now it's street only parking, but the street is lined with trees and the trees drop this sticky sap all over, so the car is getting a layer of it building up, doesn't come off easily in the car wash either, the trees may do the cars paint in.
#9033
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Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
Until this place we always had covered parking either above or below ground, now it's street only parking, but the street is lined with trees and the trees drop this sticky sap all over, so the car is getting a layer of it building up, doesn't come off easily in the car wash either, the trees may do the cars paint in.
They cause big problems in Vancouver, especially under Linden trees., but are also a big problem on many other trees, such as maple, oak,, ash, elm, etc.
The droppings can really cause harm to your car if you don't clean it off ASAP.
#9035
Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
I picked up my fitted compression socks on Saturday, and the clerk at the store was a little hesitant to part with an instruction sheet. Being in a hurry as usual I didn't read the destructions first... Didn't do one single thing wrong - I did every last thing wrong! Did it over and now I know. The first time it feels like I'm getting ready to fly the U-2.
#9036
Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
I picked up my fitted compression socks on Saturday, and the clerk at the store was a little hesitant to part with an instruction sheet. Being in a hurry as usual I didn't read the destructions first... Didn't do one single thing wrong - I did every last thing wrong! Did it over and now I know. The first time it feels like I'm getting ready to fly the U-2.
#9037
Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
Why do you need compression socks Caretaker? Is it related to your injury and surgery? Just being a sticky beak as scouse developed a whopping DVT in his calf after spine surgery. He's had to get compression thingies too, although he's got the full stocking. He doesn't put it on, he swears it on. Including the measuring and fitting, they were $195 for the pair.
#9038
Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
There's a technique for keeping them up too, at least the stockings. Scouse just hasn't worked out what it is yet. The bloke who measured him for them said they were the new super duper ones that wouldn't slip down. Wrong. I suggested to scouse that I buy him a suspender belt but for some reason he didn't seem to like that idea
#9039
Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
There's a technique for keeping them up too, at least the stockings. Scouse just hasn't worked out what it is yet. The bloke who measured him for them said they were the new super duper ones that wouldn't slip down. Wrong. I suggested to scouse that I buy him a suspender belt but for some reason he didn't seem to like that idea
#9040
Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
#9041
Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
I picked up my fitted compression socks on Saturday, and the clerk at the store was a little hesitant to part with an instruction sheet. Being in a hurry as usual I didn't read the destructions first... Didn't do one single thing wrong - I did every last thing wrong! Did it over and now I know. The first time it feels like I'm getting ready to fly the U-2.
Why do you need compression socks Caretaker? Is it related to your injury and surgery? Just being a sticky beak as scouse developed a whopping DVT in his calf after spine surgery. He's had to get compression thingies too, although he's got the full stocking. He doesn't put it on, he swears it on. Including the measuring and fitting, they were $195 for the pair.
First pair $105CAD around 2011.
I've tried all over to get cheaper ones including health product providers and Amazon. I've tried dropping the mmhg thing but they didn't do the job and I've ordered supposedly the same 20-30 and they very obviously weren't.
I now order from a company in the US and with mailing costs converts to $45CAD a pair.
They look 'normal' but to the touch you can see how elasticated they are and they snap back if you hook a finger in. They do the job just as well as the $105 pair but $45 for a pair of socks is crazy.
#9042
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#9043
Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
The proper method is wear rubber gloves to avoid snags and for traction. Slide your foot into the sock as far as it will go, then gently tug it onto your foot, then "massage" the sock upwards using the flat of your hands on either side of your leg. Pulling on it in increments will position it in varying bands of tension, so not good. Knee length should come to 1" below the knee. When I was being assessed for the active gym portion of rehab, the therapist poked my legs and the dent stayed in like on bad fish.. He asked how my heart was and got the surgeon to prescribe the socks (20-30). One pair was under $90.
#9044
Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
The proper method is wear rubber gloves to avoid snags and for traction. Slide your foot into the sock as far as it will go, then gently tug it onto your foot, then "massage" the sock upwards using the flat of your hands on either side of your leg. Pulling on it in increments will position it in varying bands of tension, so not good. Knee length should come to 1" below the knee. When I was being assessed for the active gym portion of rehab, the therapist poked my legs and the dent stayed in like on bad fish.. He asked how my heart was and got the surgeon to prescribe the socks (20-30). One pair was under $90.
$34US right now.
#9045
Re: Random stuff - the anything else thread
I have to wear them. 20-30 mmhg. For swelling in ankles and feet. Knee length. Totally self conscious wearing them with shorts so I don't go out in shorts anymore.
First pair $105CAD around 2011.
I've tried all over to get cheaper ones including health product providers and Amazon. I've tried dropping the mmhg thing but they didn't do the job and I've ordered supposedly the same 20-30 and they very obviously weren't.
I now order from a company in the US and with mailing costs converts to $45CAD a pair.
They look 'normal' but to the touch you can see how elasticated they are and they snap back if you hook a finger in. They do the job just as well as the $105 pair but $45 for a pair of socks is crazy.
First pair $105CAD around 2011.
I've tried all over to get cheaper ones including health product providers and Amazon. I've tried dropping the mmhg thing but they didn't do the job and I've ordered supposedly the same 20-30 and they very obviously weren't.
I now order from a company in the US and with mailing costs converts to $45CAD a pair.
They look 'normal' but to the touch you can see how elasticated they are and they snap back if you hook a finger in. They do the job just as well as the $105 pair but $45 for a pair of socks is crazy.
The proper method is wear rubber gloves to avoid snags and for traction. Slide your foot into the sock as far as it will go, then gently tug it onto your foot, then "massage" the sock upwards using the flat of your hands on either side of your leg. Pulling on it in increments will position it in varying bands of tension, so not good. Knee length should come to 1" below the knee. When I was being assessed for the active gym portion of rehab, the therapist poked my legs and the dent stayed in like on bad fish.. He asked how my heart was and got the surgeon to prescribe the socks (20-30). One pair was under $90.