Therapeutic Compression Wear

What are Compression Stockings?

Jim Green — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 14:50:19 +0000

Compression stockings are thin densely woven stockings that exert compression, or pressure, on the legs, thighs, and/or waist to promote for better blow flow to the the heart. Types of compression stockings There are two types of support stockings: Non-gradient, or anti-embolism, and gradient. Non-gradient support stockings apply equal pressure the full length of the [...]

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What Does mmHg Stand For?

Jim Green — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 11:45:48 +0000

mmHg is the international per unit of pressure measurement that is used to classify the elasticity of gradient/non-gradient compression garments. Broken down, mm stands for millimeters of mercury, and Hg is the chemical symbol for mercury. Compression levels will depend on the type and style of the compression garments which can range from 8-60 mmHg. [...]

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Gradient Compression Stockings

Jim Green — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 15:51:18 +0000

Gradient, or graduated stockings are designed to remedy impaired “Musculovenous pump” performance caused by incompetent leg vein valves. Doctors will typically recommend gradient compression stockings for those who are immobile or inactive for long periods of time, and are prone to blood clotting or blood and fluid pooling.as well as a myriad of complications such [...]

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Reputable Brands of Compression Wear

Jim Green — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 12:07:46 +0000

Quality should always be your biggest concern when purchasing compression hosiery as it will guarantee you’re getting maximum effectiveness as well as durability. While quality compression wear cost more, in the long run the therapeutic value they provide is priceless. America, Germany, Switzerland, and Canada, are the major producers of quality compression hosiery. Most of [...]

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Lymphedema Compression therapy

Jim Green — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 10:45:45 +0000

Pneumatic lymphedema compression therapy is a method of lymphedema management of the vascular system and muscle groups, particularly in the legs. This type of treatment is used in instances where other conservative measures such as lymphedema therapeutic manual massage, wearing compression garments, etc., fails to promote adequate blood flow. Lymphedema therapy is administered using a [...]

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What are Medical Grade Anti-embolism Hose?

Jim Green — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 08:00:18 +0000

Medical grade anti-embolism hose (The letters t.e.d. are an acronym for thrombosis embolic deterrent), often referred to as Ted hose, are worn to treat edema, a buildup-of-lymphatic-fluids, which causes swelling in the legs, ankles and feet. They are often prescribed by a physician for bed-ridden or immobile patients who are convalescing after a surgery or [...]

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What is a Compression Leg Sleeve?

Jim Green — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 08:11:08 +0000

A compression leg sleeve is specially designed to prevent leg cramps by promoting blood flow to fatigued and aching calf muscles. Compression leg sleeves are just that, a sleeve. It fits over the calf muscle extending to the bottom of the knee and just above the ankle. it is thin and densely woven and distributes [...]

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Women’s Fashionable Compression Stockings

Jim Green — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 07:21:11 +0000

Compression stockings for women were originally made to provide relief from chronic aching and fatigued leg muscles, ankles and feet, consequently they were made about as fashionable as a leg cast. They were made in only two colors, opaque white and beige; white screamed lymphedema stockings, and beige looked like the type Hassidic women wear, [...]

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Maternity Panty Hosiery

Jim Green — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 08:24:00 +0000

Maternity pantyhose are perfect for the belly as it expands during the mid to latter stages of pregnancy. When extra pressure is put on the body causing an increase in blood volume and weight gain. The veins dilate and work much less efficiently resulting in a series of problems such as leg fatigue, swollen ankles [...]

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Knee-High Compression Socks

Jim Green — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 07:45:49 +0000

Below the knee compression socks, or knee-high support socks, provide extra padding in the heels and foot pad areas. Their Dri-release feature provides moisture wicking and odor control. They apply a mild (15-20 mmHg) graduated pressure (pressure is strongest on the calf muscle and decreases toward the ankle) that compresses the surface veins, arteries, and [...]

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What are Compression Stockings Donning Gloves?

Jim Green — Fri, 13 Jul 2012 07:32:24 +0000

Compression Stocking Donning Gloves are designed to assist in donning or doffing (putting on and taking off) gradient compression stockings, ted hose, and support socks. Donning gloves give you the best possible grip so that you can handle compression leg garments without tearing or ripping them that would otherwise be caused by uncovered fingernails or jewelry. [...]

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Zippered Anti-Embolism Stockings

Jim Green — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:20:11 +0000

For the overweight and those with limited dexterity, zippered anti-embolism stockings are a perfect solution. Each stockings has a zipper with a ring tab that can be closed-up easily over the length of the leg with little to no effort. Zippered compression stockings are non-gradient meaning that their highest concentration of pressure runs the full [...]

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Post-op Compression Garments For Women

Jim Green — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 20:29:42 +0000

Post-operative compression garments can aid in flushing potentially harmful fluids out your system after plastic surgery procedures such as body and facial contouring and skin retraction. Post-op compression garments prevent swelling and help alleviate discomfort and speed up the healing process by applying consistent and constant compression. Post-op compression garments are also useful when recovering [...]

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