We’re going to nationals! Now that we’ve got our foot in the door, having won the Business Startup Category at the Medilink SW Business and Innovations Award 2016, we’re heading to Coventry. YourSocksOn has been placed on the shortlist for the National Medilink UK Awards at the Ricoh Arena on April 20th for 2016. This will […]
Deep Vein Thrombosis is a painful and scary condition. We want you to 1. Know what it is and 2. Know how to prevent it… before it ever happens. DVT can affect anyone. What is it? Simply, it’s a blood clot, usually in the leg, always in the veins that are deep in your body. You might […]
Who are we? We are the creators of the SocksOn dressing aid device which enables anyone required to wear socks, anti-embolism compression socks or Lymphedema arm stockings, the means to put these on quickly and simply without the need for an OT or nursing aid assistance. SocksOn was created for those who struggle with the daily […]
Exciting News about SocksOn! Medilink South West Awards We are so thrilled to be attending and presenting at the Medilink South West Awards on Thursday 3rd March at Leigh Court in Bristol! We’re just a couple of days away now and the excitement is palpable. Our founder, Mike Milligan, will be speaking about the SocksOn brand […]
Do you wear socks? Of course you do. Have you ever had an injury and not been able to put your socks on? Maybe you have, maybe that’s why you’re here. To the average individual, putting socks on is so simple, you wouldn’t even give it a second thought. Until… your sock-putting-on power is gone. […]
Wait, what? Compression socks are great for pregnant women? Yes, indeed! So, you might know already the wonders of compression socks for elderly patients. Honestly, the fight with gravity gets harder and harder each year, for everyone. Those veins have to work so diligently to get blood everywhere and, with time, they just feel like […]
Over the recent holiday, one of our team spent time with her in-laws, as one may do during Noel! One of them, her Father-in-Law, is over 70. Craig is his name and he’s as stubborn as can be! This is a silly story about Craig and his habit of not wanting to reach out for […]
If you’re wondering the same question, you’re not alone. What are they for? Who wears them and why? How do you know whether it’s something you need? Most importantly, we suggest you ask your doctor first about compression socks and whether you need them! Secondly, we’d like to provide a quick snapshot to educate you on […]
How can independence be kept for those who are aging? Maintaining freedom is a big concern for many who have spent the latter part of their years caring and looking after their family! Understandably, losing self-esteem can be a concern as well, when elderly loved ones are unable to do tasks and errands that they’d […]
The Occupational Therapy Show, UKs largest education and trade event just for OTs, ended with an important legacy to all exhibitors and visitors involved. This year’s edition took place at The NEC Birmingham on November 25th & 26th. And Socks On was there to display the innovation to all leading professionals present. The compression socks […]