Compression tights and stockings for pregnant women
In addition to the fact that pregnancy in a woman's life is the most wonderful time of waiting, it is also a time of excitement and fear for yourself and your baby. Constant changes cannot but disturb a young mother. And suddenly something is wrong? Take it easy. Everything is good, because professionals are working on your peace of mind, creating preventive and therapeutic items of clothing, such as compression stockings.
Features and Benefits
A feature of compression stockings is their effect on blood vessels by compression. The elastic and dense material of the tights compresses the superficial veins and affects the internal ones, reducing stagnation and accelerating blood flow.
The therapeutic effect of compression stockings has been proven by numerous studies by scientists and doctors, so there is no need to talk about the allegations of a positive effect on the health of expectant mothers.
The advantage of compression tights is their different compression on different areas of the legs. So, the greatest compression is on the ankles, and the least - on the hips. It is thanks to these differences that the blood easily rises up without causing edema.
The advantages of pantyhose do not end there. Among other things, the complete safety of the product has been proven.Tights not only do not harm the unborn baby, but also protect his health, which directly depends on the health of the mother.
Compression tights, although they have a positive effect on blood vessels, are still a difficult element to put on. Experts for this case suggested other types of compression stockings for expectant mothers, for example, golfs and stockings. The convenience of one or another is a matter of taste and skill.
When choosing underwear, you can pay attention to compression shorts. Their influence is especially significant at long gestational ages. They redistribute the load on the spine and support the stomach, acting as a bandage. As a result, pregnant women note the cessation of back pain and its relaxation.
Compression classes
The compression class determines the degree of squeezing of vessels by stockings. Having 4 classes in their arsenal, tights can have not only a preventive effect, but also quite successfully treat painful problems.
1 class
Visiting doctors during pregnancy, a woman may hear a recommendation to purchase class 1 compression stockings from a surgeon, therapist, and even a gynecologist. Having a preventive effect, this class of compression protects against the appearance of spider veins on the legs, edema and blood clots, which are so dangerous in their last stages.
Grade 2
If almost all pregnant women can wear first class tights, then class 2 is prescribed exclusively by a doctor.
A woman who has had vein surgery, varicose veins and expansion of small vessels in the past will be referred to a phlebologist, who will determine the desired compression class.
3rd grade
Class 3 compression refers to medical. It is prescribed for complicated varicose veins and venous shunts.It is impossible to buy such knitwear without a prescription.
Indications and contraindications
Pregnancy is the main indication for wearing preventive compression stockings. After all, even with today's absence of reasons for concern, it is much easier to prevent a disease than to treat it in the future. A young mother deserves beautiful legs without a hint of varicose veins.
If time has already been lost and spider veins have confidently declared themselves, and swelling in the legs is causing more and more discomfort, it is necessary to contact a specialist as soon as possible for the correct appointment. Tights of the required compression will stop the development of the disease.
Any medical product has contraindications, and tights are no exception. So, heart failure and various pustules on the legs prevent the wearing of tights. The condition of the skin is really important in choosing tights, because too thin skin can be injured by a dense and tight material, and having venous ulcers can develop into more complicated forms.
The doctor is the only person who has the right to say with certainty whether a pregnant woman needs pantyhose. Do not save time on a visit to the doctors, because this will help save time on further treatment in case of inconsistent wearing of compression stockings.
How to choose
The choice of compression tights will become much easier if you visit a phlebologist. He will be able to accurately determine the desired compression and size. If there are indications for wearing, it's time to go to an orthopedic salon or pharmacy.
Compression tights are a dense product and on hot days it is not easy to wear them. Depending on the season, it is important to pay attention to the density, which is measured in the same way as for ordinary tights in Den.A large amount of Den is suitable for winter, and a smaller amount for summer.
In most cases, tights are made in two colors: nude and black. It is important to choose a universal color that fits most of the wardrobe, because you will have to wear them all the time.
The most important selection criterion is size. All manufacturers that produce compression stockings include a size chart with the product. The more measurements you need to make, the more accurate the result will be. In this case, excessive simplicity is not an ally of a successful purchase.
And, of course, before going to the store, do not forget to read customer reviews, because compression underwear cannot be tried on before buying. A high price is not always a guarantee of a quality item.
The RAL mark on the packaging is a guarantee that tights meet all quality standards.
How and how much to wear
Experts in most cases recommend wearing pantyhose daily throughout the day. In order to put on the product without greater loss of strength, you should do this while lying in bed immediately after waking up. Rested legs will have less volume at the ankles, making it easier to put on compression stockings. If your nails are long, wear rubber gloves.
The beginning of wearing preventive compression stockings is the middle of the first trimester, that is, 5-6 weeks of pregnancy. It continues to be worn before childbirth and after, when the body is still weak and needs additional support. 3 months after the birth of a baby, experts advise to spend in preventive underwear.
Comparative analysis of brands - which ones are better
There is an atmosphere of competition among manufacturers of compression stockings.Some delight customers with low cost, others with high quality, and some with a symbiosis of price and quality.
Relaxsan
The Italian company Relaxsan produces compression tights for pregnant women in two directions: elastic and durable Basic and with the addition of Microfiber microfiber, which are particularly soft.
Each of the types of tights has a wide adjustable belt over the stomach, which allows you to wear the product at any time during the gestation of the baby. The stomach itself is covered with a soft insert that does not have pressure on the fetus.
The cost of tights for pregnant women from Relaxsan is on average 2000 rubles.
Venoteks
The Venotex company presents tights for pregnant women of the following types:
- transparent;
- durable;
- with microfiber.
This choice allows you to purchase a model for a particular season.
Venotex tights have an elastic insert on the stomach and a wide elastic band above. However, the elastic band does not have a lock and adjustment, which means that the belt may slip for a short time.
The first compression class can be purchased for an average of 3,000 rubles.
Medi
Medi is from Germany. Maternity tights have a soft structure and thinness, which allows them to be comfortable and attractive.
On the stomach, the tights have an elastic insert, and on top there is an elastic band with a latch, which allows you to adjust the tights during the growth of the baby. Medi focuses on the style of a young mother, offering 10 basic shades at once and a few more seasonal ones to order.
The cost of tights is high. So, tights for pregnant women will cost an average of 8,000 rubles.
Ortho
The Ortho company produces translucent and matte models of tights for pregnant women. The cost of summer models of the 1st compression class is 2000 rubles.
In the belly area, Ortho tights have an insert, as well as a wide elastic waistband. The waistband adjustment is only available on some models, so it is important to check the exact specifications of the product before purchasing.
Reviews
Expectant mothers argue about the convenience and benefits of compression stockings. Beginners in the process of dressing note fatigue and difficulty. The girls who carry out this procedure every day speak of ease and addiction.
The first time of wearing is accompanied by young mothers with strong and tangible pressure on the legs and even the stomach, although the elastic insert in this area excludes such an impact.
The advantage of wearing tights is the cessation of varicose veins. So, the onset of the disease stops in its development, and the woman who has given birth can safely brag about the ideal condition of her legs.
Experienced ladies in wearing compression stockings prefer stockings rather than tights. This is explained by frequent visits to the ladies' room and the inconvenience of subsequent putting on tights. However, in the cold season - tights remain an indispensable product.
