How to choose compression stockings and choose the right size?

Varicose veins (varicose veins) of the lower limbs becomes a serious problem for women with age. When it valves internal veins cease to close. A major role in combating diseases of the venous system is prevention, including the use of compression stockings. Special underwear helps to achieve a therapeutic effect and positive results with regular use.

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1. The best manufacturers of compression stockings, which company to choose?
   
2. The principle of operation and features of compression stockings
3. Types of compression stockings
4. Selection options compression stockings
5. How to choose compression stockings?
6. How much are compression stockings?

The best manufacturers of compression stockings, which company to choose?

Compression knitwear is used for a specific purpose - the fight against diseases of the venous system. It helps to get a positive effect, so it is better to consider when buying products from proven manufacturers. In this segment, there are not many brands that have received positive feedback on products.

Medi

German quality knitwear Medi confirmed by Russian and foreign studies. Stockings meet the requirements of the standard RAL-GZ 387, which is one of the strictest. Doctors celebrate this brand, and in Germany the company is the market leader.

Bauerfeind

The German company Bauerfeind specializes in the manufacture of orthopedic products using innovative technologies and solutions. For a long time, it has been supplying products to sportsmen at the Olympics. Today, her bandages, knee pads and compression stockings are found at low prices in our stores and pharmacies.

Sigvaris

Swiss company Sigvaris is a competitor of German manufacturers. Her compression stockings receive a lot of positive feedback from doctors. The products are certified under the RAL-GZ 387 standard. Relatively recently, the company began to develop the Russian market.

Orto

Orto products are manufactured with material innovations. The Spanish brand masters the markets of Europe, attracting low prices and a variety of goods.

The principle of operation and features of compression stockings

Varicose veins - a disease that occurs when the narrowing of the inner wall of the veins. The cause of the problem becomes a sedentary lifestyle, wearing high-heeled shoes, pregnancy and heredity. Girls as a prophylaxis and effective therapy are offered to wear compression stockings. They are used even in advanced stages.

The task of such knitted underwear is to improve blood circulation. Normal blood microcirculation in the legs is the main means of combating venous enlargement.

The beneficial effect of stockings is as follows:

1. blood circulation improves;

2. normal functioning of the veins is restored;

3. decreases swelling and the risk of thrombosis;

4. general tiredness of the legs at the end of the day.

Stockings stimulate blood circulation, due to which the tissues are better saturated with oxygen. It helps to achieve positive points.

Special linen is made so as to exert pressure in the desired areas. It is distributed from the top down - from the hip to the ankle. In the upper part of the pressure is maximum, and below the minimum. This allows you to artificially restore the natural situation for the muscles and veins while walking. People with sedentary work and a sedentary lifestyle need this first.

Compression stockings differ in features:

1. the use of lightweight and elastic materials;

2. the seamless structure providing pressure in the right places;

3. breathability.

Such stockings are hypoallergenic, therefore they are used without problems by women who feel constant fatigue in their legs and have spider veins. Special knitwear from brands are superior in quality to ordinary stockings and simple elastic bandages.

Types of compression stockings

Special compression knitwear is used in both early and advanced stages of varicose veins. A choice of models that differ in size and compression ratio (compression). Depending on this, there are several types of linen:

prophylactic;

1. 1 class of compression;

2. 2 and 3 compression class;

3. 4th compression class (medical).

They are used in situations taking into account the individual characteristics of the organism and the stage of development of varicose veins.

Prophylactic stockings

Zero compression class is used exclusively for prophylaxis and they are worn without consulting a doctor. They are used by girls with sedentary work, who by the end of the day are experiencing discomfort from slight swelling. They are also recommended to wear during pregnancy. Compression level is up to 18 mm Hg.

Such stockings help relieve tension in the legs, relieve from varicose congestion and contribute to recovery after exercise.

Stockings 1st class compression

Stockings are recommended for use with unstable edema and at the first signs of the development of varicose veins. They exert versatile pressure on the legs, preventing disruption of the circulatory system. Such products are recommended for pregnant women and people with a genetic predisposition to varicose veins during sedentary work.

Such stockings can be recommended to girls who are concerned about the first signs of vein disease.

Virtues

• improvement of blood circulation, increased muscle tone;

• slowing the development of foot disease;

• reduction of swelling in the lower extremities;

disadvantages

• can not be used all day, especially at night;

• There are contraindications to the use (dermatitis, open wounds).

Stockings 2 and 3 class compression

This type refers to the stockings with a pronounced therapeutic effect. They should be worn only on the recommendation of a doctor, if there are severe swelling or noticeable pain. In this case, varicose veins have already manifested themselves, and an obvious vascular network has formed on the legs. The degree of compression ranges from 23 to 44 mm. Hg Art.

Such underwear is used for the treatment of progressive diseases of the veins, as well as related problems. For this purpose, special fabrics and innovative technologies are used.

4 class compression stockings

Medical stockings are used as ordered by the doctor.They are worn only with serious problems with the veins, as well as after surgery. Stockings with a high degree of compression (over 50 mm Hg) are also assigned to bed patients to correct problems with lymph outflow or with the appearance of severe edema.

Such stockings are not always commercially available, because they are required only in the later stages of varicose veins or when recovering from surgery.

Selection options compression stockings

Varieties of stockings have personal features. When choosing, follow the recommendations of physicians and pay attention to the specific characteristics of a particular product.

Parameters include:

1. compression level - force of pressure applied;

2. production materials - affect the durability and ease of use;

3. trademark.

The pressure exerted on the skin surface is the primary selection criterion. Preventive stockings will not help with an already started varicose veins. At the same time, if you use products that exert too much pressure, the natural movement of the lymph is disturbed.

An important factor is the material of manufacture. Such products are made by special technology. Today, synthetics are often added for strength and elasticity, but it must pass air. Tissue density (DEN) affects the compression properties and some other parameters.

In appearance stockings can be divided:

1. classic;

2. models with silicone rubber;

3. models with a sticky belt.

It is important to choose models that will be below the belly line. In this case, the correct distribution of pressure is ensured and aesthetic appeal is preserved.

How to choose compression stockings?

Proven brand and place of purchase are often a guarantee of quality of the goods, otherwise it is easy to run into a fake.

To choose the right size, several aspects are taken into account:

1. leg length;

2. hip girth slightly below the groin;

3. grabs wide and narrow shin.

With a foot length of 65-68 cm, the girth of the tibia is 42-45 cm, and the narrow part of the tibia is 18-21 cm. If the length of the leg is 73-75 cm, the girth of the thigh requires about 52-55 cm.

When choosing, you need to clearly understand for what purposes compression underwear is required. Preventive stockings are suitable for those who are just concerned about the health of their feet. If spider veins, signs of swelling and varicose veins have already begun to appear on your legs, then stockings of 1 or 2 compression levels are required. In other cases, consult your doctor.

How much are compression stockings?

1. The cost of simple preventive stockings ranges from 800 to 1,500 rubles.

2. The price of compression stockings of classes 1, 2, 3 varies from 1,500 to 6,000 rubles.

4. Medical stockings 4 classes cost more than 4000-5000 rubles.

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Attention! This material is the subjective opinion of the authors of the project and is not a guide to purchase.