Compression garment when the varicose veins

A compression garment during the varicose veins is effective therapeutic. It adjusts the treatment and improves the general condition of the feet, and the principle of its work consists of training the pressure of different forces on the different parts of the feet.

The highest pressure is observed in the domain of the toe. This is explained by the fact that in the process of circulation of blood with this site, there is the greatest effort. The load, passing in the upper part of the feet, down, and on the thighs represent 30 to 40%. Of compression, the pressure on the veins helps move the blood and prevent stasis.

Indications and contra-indications

Patients who choose to wear a jersey of compression for varicose veins must understand that in order to do this, they must constantly.

Compression brings tangible benefits:

• the reduction of swelling and the load on the lower limbs;
• reduction of pain and discomfort;
• the improvement of the effectiveness of the exercise;
• resolution of problems of musculo-skeletal disorders.

The application of compression for varicose veins there are restrictions, therefore, require a mandatory consultation of the doctor. For some patients, this treatment is not permitted.

Contra-indications:

• the disease;
• aortoarteritis;
• thromboangiitis obliterans;
• the development of atherosclerosis.

These chronic vascular diseases cause in the body's arteries narrowing and a decrease of systolic blood pressure. Compression will reduce the pressure in the legs, causing a lot of harm to the health. It is unacceptable to use these products when the phlebitis, and congestive heart failure.

The situations in which a compression garment to wear is not recommended:

• allergic reactions;
• diabetes mellitus;
• the high sensitivity of the skin;
• pressure ulcers;
• the inflammation of the skin to be responsive.
• chronic dermatitis;
• eczema.

Types of compression machine

As a material for the therapy of knitting, the manufacturers use cotton, nylon, etc

Outwardly, things are not different from the standard house linen and have no points of suture, which is considered a definite plus. A compression garment perfectly permeable to air, comfortable to the skin and does not cause allergies. The joint care products that can maintain therapeutic effect for about six months.

Compression garment for the legs at the varicose veins is classified in these types:

1. Preventive. It exerts a minimum pressure on the surface of the feet and applies at the initial stage of varicose veins. The wear, it is recommended in case of edema in the evening, the pain, the emergence of a "star" and a small increase of the vein. Instrumental the prevention with the help of a dryer at constant temperature, the sedentary or even the work.
2. Curative. It is increased during exacerbations. Buy this shirt you can by prescription only.
3. The hospital. It is used exclusively in the post-operative period in a hospital.

Varieties of compression shirt:

1. Tights and stockings. It is the most used of the lingerie. During the implementation of these products, you need to make an effort, because the clothes must be spread out over the legs in a uniform manner. But after donning, it will not go away when walking, and simply remove. Wear tights and stockings are allowed to combine with the use of ointments and creams. Manufacturers produce and special model for pregnant women.
2. Golf courses. You can't wear them in case of open sores on the legs, and atherosclerosis.
3. An elastic bandage. It is a universal tool for the treatment of varicose veins, in spite of the fact that it has a low efficiency in comparison with the other Jersey. His dignity is considered as a low cost. Because it is necessary to wrap it manually, can not always achieve the necessary degree of compression. A dressing can be used as knee pads.

Men's compression garment

According to statistics, about 40% of men suffering from problems with the blood vessels. Android compression is available in the form of clothing.

It is made to be as unobtrusive as possible. The men prefer to wear mid-bottom, it is machine usual for them and wear it easily. The difference of the models in comparison with women is one of the anatomical structure.

Compression garment for women

Woman therapeutic shirt comes in different designs — with patterns or colorless. Compression sold in the form of tights and bottom. They are used not only for treatment but also for prevention, for example, during the first trimester of pregnancy. This shirt will prevent the development of varicose veins, to remove swelling, alleviate pain and heaviness in the legs, eliminate fatigue.

How to choose lingerie

Choose mesh for the treatment of varicose veins in health institutions, with a license and accompany the production of documents of producers. It is necessary to choose the right sizes of clothes, just after the measurement of the thickness of the foot to 4 points. There is a special table for sizes.

It is better to buy several pads or storage, as in the case of damage to a product, you can immediately replace it. The right size is the key to an effective treatment.

How to wear

The port medical linen requires compliance with terms and conditions. Compression does not wear the standard tights ("accordion"). Corrective action knee socks, stockings and tights need to be a slow and gradual implementation, with the departure of all the waste from the folds. To facilitate this process will assist the special adaptations that you can buy in the shops and pharmacies.

It is necessary to follow the nails, because the shirt is expensive, and the regrowth of the nail plate can damage it. Clothes put on in the morning, after waking up, not getting up. Models 3 and 4 of the class should be put in place, employ the assistance of specialists.

What class of compression to choose

The classification of the classes of compression:

1. 1 class. The pressure is 22 mm hg. the item This prophylactic use of a compression garment ideal for the early stages of varicose veins. When there is only spider veins and a slightly raised blood vessels, and at night, the sore feet, the display of these products.
2. 2 the class. The pressure reaches 30 mm hg. item Wear the jersey of the class 2 permit patients with mean disease severity.
3. 3 the class. The pressure is equal to 43 mm hg. item These tights apply to the varicose veins severe stage with disorders of the food chain of the nature.
4. 4 the class. The pressure was 48 mm hg. the item Compression garment is used to reduce the strong swelling and lymphostasis. The golf courses and the tights of the class 4 apply in a compartment in a clinical.

Preventive a compression garment 1-class sell in pharmacies without a prescription. A different degree of compression requires an authorization from the treating physician.