FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Therafirm® Gradient Compression Hosiery & SmartKnit® Seamless Socks Receive APMA Acceptance 
KANSAS CITY, KS –November 20, 2007: Socks and stockings that actually can make you feel better and improve your quality of life? Therafirm’s gradient compression hosiery and SmartKnit’s seamless socks were selected by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) to use the prestigious AMPA Seal of Acceptance on product and marketing support materials.

The APMA is the leading professional organization representing the nation’s Doctors of Podiatric Medicine or podiatrists. The Seal of Acceptance is used to designate footwear, hosiery and other foot related products that promote good foot health.

The SmartKnit “family” of products receiving the APMA Seal of Acceptance include a patented line of seamless diabetic socks, a line of active running socks, and super soft seamless kids socks. All of these products are engineered to deliver healthy benefits and address specific needs for the wearer.