Which individuals need to wear compression stockings?
Anyone can wear compression stockings but there are a few individuals who are prone to development of blood clots in the legs. Individuals with risk factors for blood clots should wear compression stockings. Most individuals who develops persistent swelling of legs can be significantly improved with compression stockings.
What are risk factors for blood clots in the legs?
Risk factors for formation of blood clots include individuals
- who are overweight
- who have had a previous blood clot
- that are undergoing surgery
- who plan to go on a long car trip
- who are on a long air flight
- who have had a stroke
- who are on the birth control pill
- who have just given birth
- who have a blood coagulation disorder
- who are pregnant
- with cancer
- who are bed ridden
What should one know about compression stockings?
Before buying a compressions stocking, one should know size of the legs and what degree of compression is required. Always get your calf size measured before you buy a stocking. Stocking that are too tight may be very uncomfortable to wear whereas loose stockings may not provide the degree of compression required. Only a few health care professionals know how to prescribe the right stocking- so always get a referral to a vascular surgeon or a physical therapist to get the correct size of stockings.
Which stocking should you buy- knee-high or thigh- high?
For the majority of individuals knee-high stockings will do. Knee-high stockings come up to the knee and are very comfortable. Thigh-high stockings are generally meant for women and need a garter belt to hold them up. Thigh-high stockings do have a tendency to roll down the leg.
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