The foam pads my doctor gave me to wear on the front of my thighs are bulky and my legs don't fit in my work uniform. I will stick it out if I have to but hoping for an opinion on taking the pads out during the 8am-5pm hours.
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March 2, 2014
Answer: What will happen if I don't wear my foam pads with my compression garment to work but then wear it full time at home?
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