Compression stockings

The modern world is aware of several types of knitwear and almost all of them are used for tailoring. But one variety of this tissue is also used for completely unexpected purposes - medicinal. Compression knitwear differs from others in that it consists of nylon, lycra, cotton and microfiber, and due to its tightening properties, it has a positive effect on the condition of blood vessels.

Initially, for the treatment of vascular diseases, people used bandages and conventional pressure bandages. They were terribly uncomfortable, contributed to the appearance of open ulcers, and even after their removal, there was a terrible discomfort and fatigue in the legs. When elastic bandages appeared on sale, the situation improved slightly, but one unpleasant moment remained - they had to be wound in a certain way, and this took a lot of time and effort.

The creation of compression knitwear is based on a seamless processing technology of synthetic material. Initially, a rubber thread was used to create them, but modern technologies make it possible to maintain the optimal temperature balance of the skin due to the processing of the fabric with silver ions. As a result, the fabric has antibacterial properties and perfectly keeps on the leg.

The principle of the therapeutic effect of compression stockings is based on the fact that in the process of wearing it, different pressure is exerted on certain parts of the legs. The maximum possible pressure is experienced by the area from the feet to the ankle. From the ankle to the thigh, the pressure decreases slightly and reaches 70% of the maximum possible. In the femoral area, the pressure decreases as much as possible and reaches 30 - 40% of the maximum possible. Such a difference in pressure contributes to the fact that the blood in the veins does not stagnate, but circulates normally.

It is interesting that, depending on the condition of the patient, compression stockings can be prescribed differently:

1. For people with mild swelling of the legs, as well as a strong feeling of fatigue in the limbs and elderly people with serious heart disease, knitwear is intended, which exerts a pressure of 8-15 mm Hg. Art.
2. People with slight varicose veins, as well as pregnant women and travelers, are prescribed jersey at 15-20 mm Hg. Art.
3. For people with thrombosis, moderate varicose veins, postoperative patients and persons with diseases of the joints, knitwear of 20-30 mm Hg is intended. Art.
4. Persons with severe edema, severe varicose veins and severe venous ulcers are prescribed knitwear 30-40 mm Hg. Art.
5. For the treatment of lymphatic edema, people are prescribed the most squeezing type of knitwear. It exerts a pressure of 49 mm Hg on the leg. Art. and higher.

The category of prohibition also includes people with serious disorders of the skin surface of the feet and feet due to diabetes, bedsores, eczema and open wounds. As you can see, the use of compression stockings is not always a panacea for vascular diseases, so before using it, consult a phlebologist.

If you still need compression stockings, you need to learn how to choose them correctly. Now on sale you can find both compression knitted bandages and underwear.With a modern lifestyle, it is best to use the latest version of knitwear. When choosing compression underwear, consider the following:

1. If the problem area of ​​the legs ends in the shin area, it is better to purchase knee-highs.
2. If the problem has spread higher, it is better to use stockings and pantyhose.

With proper selection of compression underwear, size is of great importance. To figure out what kind of underwear you need, you need to correctly measure the volume of the thigh at a distance of 25 - 30 cm above the knee (A), as well as the circumference of the knee (B), calf (C), lower leg (D) and foot (I). It is advisable to take measurements in the morning, be sure to write down the parameters and remember the following:

1. If the C indicator is 32 - 35 in cm, and the D indicator is 20 - 23 cm, respectively, then you will need size S socks. If the above values ​​\u200b\u200bexceed each indicator by 3 cm, then size M will be required, if by 6 cm - L, and if 9 cm, then XL.
2. If the A value is 44-52 cm, the C value is 29-37 cm, and the D value is 19-22 cm, then stockings in size S will be required. If the above values ​​exceed each indicator by 6 cm, then size M will be required if 12 cm - size L, and if 18 cm, then size XL.

But putting on compression underwear is incredibly difficult, because for all its elasticity, it breaks quite easily. Considering that it costs a lot, the slightest mistake in the process of dressing can literally cost a lot. That is why, before putting on compression underwear, you should carefully read the instructions.

I would like to note right away that it is better to start putting on stockings in the morning, while the legs are still swollen. It is important to make sure that there are no long nails and calluses on the legs, as they can simply puff on the fabric or tear it. It is better to start pulling underwear with latex gloves, and proceed as follows:

1. Gather the upper part of the product into an accordion and slowly start putting it on from the foot. It is important to ensure that the product does not stretch or twist during the process.
2. Next, you need to gradually straighten the accordion, pulling the linen over the lower leg.
3. On the hips, compression stockings should be pulled in the prone position, slightly raised when the fabric reaches the waist.

On sale now there are four types of auxiliary devices for putting on compression underwear. In fact, they are plastic products on which the underwear is simply stretched until a sufficient hole is formed for the leg.After gently pulling into the hole, it remains just to insert your foot, and carefully removing it from the device, pull it over your hips. But since the physical capabilities of patients are different, and four types of such devices were invented at once:

1. For persons whose mobility is limited, devices of their Longo category are intended.
2. For large-sized people, devices from the Big series have been developed.
3. For people who are going to put on underwear on a long journey, a folding device from the "Travel" series is intended.
4. Devices with a sliding mechanism from the Hospital Butler series are used in hospitals.

And there are several types of compression stockings. It can be a hospital type of knitwear, which is used exclusively in medical institutions; therapeutic, which can be used at home, but only when prescribed by a doctor, as well as a preventive type of knitwear, which can be used without a doctor's prescription. Interestingly, each type of knitwear is divided into several separate subspecies.

This type of compression knitwear can be attributed to medical or hospital. For its use, there must be clear indications in the form of problems with the veins, and these can be both serious problems and small deviations from the norm. It is this type of knitwear that is often prescribed to pregnant women who have serious problems with blood vessels and swelling of the legs.

And this type of compression knitwear already belongs to the category of preventive.It is prescribed to people who, due to a long stay on their feet and a constant load of muscles, feel tired. The category of people for whom such knitwear is intended are active travelers and professional runners. Such underwear prevents the occurrence of edema and the development of diseases associated with blood vessels and veins.

To date, there are more than ten manufacturers of compression underwear, but the products of each of them differ significantly from each other. The difference can be both in price and design, and wear resistance. So that you can decide exactly which brand of knitwear you want to purchase, consider information about the six best brands - manufacturers of these products.

An American brand that produces medium-wear compression stockings, stockings and stockings. The model range of this brand is quite wide, and the products are certified by the State Standard of Russia. Compression underwear of this brand belongs to the middle price category.

Products manufactured by this company have certificates and certificates: CEmark, IQNet, FDA. If the requirements for operation are met, the company provides a guarantee for the preservation of compression properties up to 6 months for medical products and up to 3 months for preventive ones. The company also confirms the guaranteed number of washings in accordance with the instructions attached to the product.

The Swiss brand, whose compression products are of unsurpassed quality, enviable wear resistance and chic design. Underwear of this brand is most often used to treat varicose veins, but it belongs to the category of expensive ones.

Compression underwear from this German manufacturer is of fairly high quality, but it also costs a lot. A variety of product design is one of the main advantages of products from this manufacturer.

Another Italian brand, but already producing wear-resistant compression underwear of excellent quality. The products of this brand are included in the category of expensive ones, but they are distinguished by an extensive assortment and unsurpassed design.

And this is already a Russian manufacturer that produces compression underwear at a relatively affordable price. It has excellent healing properties that last throughout the year and is very durable. People who have already tried the effect of this underwear on themselves claim that it manifests itself very positively in wearing in terms of comfort.