Varicose veins are a common condition that affects up to 35% of the adult population in the United States. Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted, and bulging veins that usually occur in the legs and feet. They can be a cosmetic concern, but they can also cause discomfort, pain, and swelling. Fortunately, there are many treatment […]
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Compression socks, also known as compression stockings, are specialized socks that apply gentle pressure throughout the legs and ankles. To avoid further complications and/or side effects, anyone who has been prescribed compression socks – or is interested in starting to wear them – should be aware of the best practices for their ongoing use and
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Compression garments are designed to help control swelling in the feet, ankles, and lower legs. For numerous reasons, including excessive swelling and mobility issues, patients may have trouble with compression garments. What if my Legs are Too Swollen for Compression Stockings? Patients often first present with so much swelling, also called edema, they cannot
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Why Compression Stockings are Used with Varicose Veins Compression stockings are used with patients who have varicose veins because they can reduce the symptoms caused by the veins themselves. This can be helpful in the short and long term. While it’s possible to purchase compression stockings on your own, it’s much better to get them
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A very common question we hear is: Do I have to wear compression stockings for varicose veins? The answer is that you may be surprised how much they help. If you have leg swelling its generally an issue with fluid pressurized in the veins accumulating in the lower leg. This is often due to venous
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Yes! Compression socks can reduce muscle soreness after exercise and shorten recovery time. Wearing compression socks regularly relieves tightness, aching, swelling and pain caused by varicose veins. There are multitude of quality compression sock retailers including Nabee Socks.
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