Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on early detection, treatment, and ongoing support for those living with breast cancer.
Why This Month Matters
Each October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month reminds us of the importance of education, support, and action. It’s about more than pink ribbons, it’s about saving lives.
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Education & Awareness: Sharing knowledge on prevention, risk factors, self-checks, and screening guidelines empowers people to take charge of their health.
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Encouraging Screenings: Early detection through regular screening can greatly improve survival outcomes.
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Support & Research: Donations and awareness efforts fuel medical research, clinical trials, and vital support services for survivors.
This year, more than 21,000 Australians and over 3,500 New Zealanders are expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer. Every effort during this month contributes to better treatments, stronger support, and renewed hope.
Living Beyond Treatment: Why Ongoing Care Matters
For many, finishing treatment doesn’t mean the challenges are over. Surgeries and therapies can lead to lymphedema, swelling in the arms, chest, or breast which may cause discomfort, limit movement, and affect daily life.
Without proper management, this condition can progress and impact long-term wellbeing. That’s why ongoing care is vital, not only for recovery but for maintaining quality of life after breast cancer.
How Compression Therapy Helps in Recovery
Awareness and early detection save lives but recovery is about more than surviving breast cancer, it’s about living well afterwards. Many women face ongoing challenges like lymphedema, which can affect mobility, comfort, and confidence.
This is where compression therapy plays a vital role. By applying gentle, consistent pressure, compression garments:
Help manage swelling by supporting natural lymphatic flow
Protect skin that may be sensitive after
surgery or radiation
Make everyday activities easier, restoring
freedom of movement
When used alongside other therapies like physiotherapy and exercise, compression therapy becomes a cornerstone of long-term breast cancer aftercare, helping women live more comfortably and independently.
Flatknit Optiform FEEL: Comfort Meets Care
At Sigvaris, we know that breast cancer recovery is not just about treatment, it’s about finding long-term comfort, strength, and confidence. That’s why we’re proud to support women with solutions designed to make everyday life a little easier.
Our Optiform FEEL Flatknit garments are more than compression wear, they’re carefully designed to meet the unique needs of women managing lymphedema after breast cancer treatment. Each garment is:
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Custom-made to provide a precise fit and stable compression where it’s needed most.
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Crafted with TENCEL Lyocell fibers, offering softness, breathability, and natural moisture regulation for sensitive skin.
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Built with high-quality flatknit technology that balances durability with comfort, even during long hours of wear.
Recovery should never mean compromising on dignity or quality of life. With Optiform FEEL, women can move freely, feel supported, and focus on living well after treatment.
Awareness Month Special Offer
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Sigvaris is making it easier to access the right garment at the right time. Because when it comes to ongoing care, the right support can make all the difference.
🎀 Trade and Save – Up to 30% OFF when you trade in your old compression wear. Any compression wear, any brand — in any condition!
🎀 PLUS an extra 10% OFF on all FLATKNIT ORDERS throughout October, to honour the women and families touched by breast cancer.
That’s up to 40% in savings, ensuring more women can experience the benefits of custom-made compression therapy during recovery and beyond.