Ella Eastin and Dysunderstood

Ella is wearing the Dandelion Sky Compression Socks 360 – created in part with Ella Eastin to bring awareness to Dysautonomia!

“Back in 2020 I was a professional swimmer preparing for the Olympic Games. In January I ended up getting sick, and one morning after a practice, got out of bed and fainted when I stood up. It took me 10 months to get a diagnosis… [and] ultimately was diagnosed with dysautonomia and chronic fatigue syndrome, also known as ME/CFS. The physician that diagnosed me told me that it was gonna be a long road but was supportive of me continuing my professional swimming career if that's something that I wanted to do. After fighting for months, I ultimately realized that in order to heal, I was gonna have to retire.

“When I announced my retirement, just a month before the Olympic trials in 2021, I received an outpouring of support from those outside and inside my community. I received dozens of messages from people saying “thank you for sharing your story” and “thank you for sharing your dysautonomia diagnosis.” I didn't realize that there were millions of people in the world struggling with this disease, going untreated and uncured. I didn't know anybody in my life that had been diagnosed with any form of dysautonomia. [So then] it was my goal to be able to connect to people and connect people with dysautonomia to share their stories and share their experiences with one another, to build community and to find support.”

Featured is the Ultimate Nursing Backpack in Grey Linen, Compression Socks in “Lemon Squeezy” and Sweep Watch

“In 2020, I got diagnosed with dysautonomia and myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) just months before the Olympics I was projected to qualify for. I publicly announced my retirement and opened up about my health circumstances. I was immediately flooded with messages from people thanking me for being so open and bringing awareness to conditions like dysautonomia, ME/CFS and Long COVID. I realized that there were millions of patients like me, needing support, improved medical care, and a voice. With the encouragement of my loved ones, I decided to pursue a medical degree in the hopes of improving the lives of those affected by invisible chronic illness and disability. As a physician I will have the ability to work my mission from multiple angles. I will be a clinician and work with patients directly, conduct research, be involved in policy and advocacy and so much more.”

Ella is wearing the No Show Duo: Compression Sleeve and Anklet Socks in Navy

“It is hard to narrow it down to 3. My new favorite socks are the no show duo! The sock and calf sleeve combo. It is so nice to be able to have a no-show option when I am wearing a professional outfit at a conference or work day. Another one of my favorite products are the Adela slip on shoes. They go with everything, are super comfortable and I can wear them in transition from work to life.

Lastly, I have been loving the "organ party tote". It is the best bag for me to carry my stethoscope, notebook and other necessities, or throw my lunch in. It is a substantial canvas tote, which is sometimes hard to come by, in addition to having a very fun and cute design.

Ella is wearing the “Lemon Squeezy” Compression Socks

I wear my compression socks at least 3 to 5 days out of the week. I spend a lot of time on my feet in medical school, and also spend a lot of time sitting/studying and I think that I feel the most energetic and the most clear headed when I'm wearing my compression socks. And I also notice a big difference in how my legs feel at the end of the day, they feel less heavy. and I feel like I can make it through a longer day when I'm wearing them.