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Compression stockings… stylish material and colors now available!
Compression stockings have historically been used to treat varicose veins, but times have changed. These stylish stockings are now used to treat a variety of leg conditions associated with circulation and swelling, as well as the prevention of varicose veins. For both men and women, compression therapy assists with circulation and reduces aching legs.
Who should wear compression stockings? If you:
- Complain of heavy, tired or jumpy legs
- Have or are at risk for spider or varicose veins
- Are pregnant
- Have swelling in the ankles or legs
- Are at risk of blood clots
- Are traveling long distance flights
- Have a circulatory disorder
- Sit and/or stand in one place for prolonged periods
- Have undergone treatment for varicose veins (sclerotherapy etc.)
- Have or at risk for a venous leg ulcer (diabetic)
How do they work?
Compression stockings aid the blood in the leg veins to move back up against gravity to the heart, thus preventing symptoms of venous disorders and varicose veins. Tired, heavy and aching legs, ankle swelling at the end of the day, and small spider veins are signs that your superficial leg veins are weakened and need support.
Style and selection!
There are two types of stockings….
Support hose provides less compression. They do not require a doctor's prescription and are not covered under private health insurance plans. Costs starting at $25.50.
Compression hose provides more compression. They require a doctor's prescription and are covered under most private health insurance plans. Costs starting at $90.00.
Both hose types come in various materials, styles and colors. Sheer or cotton hose are breathable and light for the warm summer months. Selection begins with trouser socks, and progress in size to thigh-high and full panty or maternity style stockings. Compression sleeves are also available for the arm or wrist.
Stop into our clinic and get more information. We have brochures on long distance traveling and compression stockings, pregnancy and compression stockings and leg pain. Also, talk to your doctor, or stop by the HealthWorks clinic to talk to an occupational therapist for more preventative information of venous disorders.
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