Steps to Better Health

Current Steps to Better Health Article:

October 2020

Breast Cancer & Awareness: four Perspectives

Author: Multiple Authors

Breast Cancer Awareness Month began in 1985 with the goal of educating women about breast cancer and early detection. There have been numerous advancements in research, treatment and survivorship over the last 35 years, but there’s still much to do. Juzo honors those whose lives have been impacted by breast cancer, as well as the medical professionals making strides in treatment and care. This post provides four perspectives on the disease, challenges and opportunities – a breast surgeon, plastic surgeon, survivor and therapist. Thanks to Drs. DuPree and Fripp, Ruth and Cheri for sharing their thoughts and advice, as well as advocating for others.

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Past Steps to Better Health Articles:

September 2020

How We Choost to Adapt is How We Succeed

Author: Morgan Putbrese

Morgan Putbrese is spreading awareness of Klippel Trenaunay Syndrome. Morgan was born with the chronic illness and hopes to help encourage others by sharing her story and her outlook on overcoming challenges.

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August 2020

Juzo Celebrates 40 years in the U.S.

Author: Tom Musone, Director of Marketing

Juzo has achieved a number of milestones since its inception in 1912. From a re-start as a small manufacturer’s shop in the back of a house in Aichach, Germany (after losing what we had built in East Germany), to our recognition today as an international leader in medical compression therapy garments, we are proud of our history and our accomplishments. This year marks the 40-year anniversary of Juzo expanding operations and manufacturing into the U.S.

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July 2020

Living & Struttin' with Lymphedema

Author: Joi-Louise

Joi-Louise is a fashion designer with experience in fashion PR and marketing. Her fashion brand Joi-Louise The Label is for curvy and plus-sized women. She was born with Lymphedema and is partnering with Juzo to help raise awareness of lymphedema and compression, while motivating others facing struggles similar to hers.

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June 2020

Nutritional Strategies for Lipedema

Author: Ann DiMenna, PT, CLT, and Jean LaMantia, RD

From ketogenic and intermittent fasting – what is the right nutritional strategy for people living with lipedema? For many health care providers working with lipedema patients, we have often heard of a number of fad diets people have tried with little to no success. So, what works?

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May 2020

Ask a Therapist: Your Lymphedema Questions Answered

Author: John Jordi, BS, PTA, CLT-LANA, CI, ASTYM

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve all done our part to help slow the spread of the virus by staying home. For many with lymphedema, this can be stressful as routines are thrown off. With gyms closed, we have to get creative with exercise. Some therapists aren’t able to see their patients. Juzo wants to help, so we asked John Jordi to share his expertise and answer some of your lymphedema-related questions.

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