How to choose the right compression garments? Anti-varicose knitwear Medi and Bauerfeind. What are compression stockings

Compression stockings are an effective treatment for varicose veins, venous insufficiency, superficial thrombophlebitis and other vascular diseases. They are also used to prevent thrombosis during pregnancy, childbirth and surgery. To achieve maximum therapeutic and preventive effect, it is very important to know how to choose compression stockings.

Types of compression hosiery

The selection of compression stockings should be carried out in accordance with their purpose. There are several varieties of knitwear of this class that perform different functions. Compression stockings include:

• Preventive. Recommended to prevent the development of vein diseases for people who, for professional or other reasons, spend a lot of time on their feet or in a sitting position. May also be recommended during pregnancy.
• Medicinal. Prescribed by a phlebologist in the presence of severe pathology for the purpose of treatment.
• Hospital. Used during childbirth or during surgery to prevent thrombosis.
• Antiulcer. Used in the treatment of trophic ulcers.

Compression levels

The most important parameter for selecting compression stockings is their compression class. It characterizes the amount of pressure created by the laundry. In other words, compression rating refers to how much impact the jersey has. Accordingly, the value of this parameter must correspond to the purpose and purpose for which the stockings are purchased.

The following table will help you figure out how to choose the right compression stockings, depending on the compression class:

Effective use of compression hosiery is only possible if it meets high quality requirements. First of all, we are talking about the quality of the material. To make compression stockings, materials such as natural cotton, lycra, nylon, and microfiber should be used. As a rule, other types of fibers are not used for the manufacture of high-quality compression knitwear.

It is imperative to pay attention to the markings of compression stockings. All necessary data must be written on it. The label must also indicate the manufacturer, the materials of the compression hosiery, compression class, size, and care requirements for the underwear.

There are compression stockings for men and women, although there is no fundamental difference between them. When producing women's knitwear, greater importance is placed on design, since it is intended to be worn openly.

It must be taken into account that compression stockings are a specific type of knitwear. Therefore, it is recommended to buy them only in specialized stores. Only in this case can you be sure of purchasing high-quality products that will be effective in use.

Selecting the size of compression stockings

One of the most common questions from customers is how to choose the right size for compression stockings. The compliance of linen in this parameter is of key importance for the effectiveness of knitwear.

To correctly determine the size of compression stockings you need, you need to measure the following leg parameters:

• diameter of the tibia at its narrowest point;
• diameter of the tibia at its widest point;
• thigh diameter;
• leg length from heel to hip.

After taking measurements, a special table will help you in choosing the size of compression hosiery.

*Sizing may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.

Compression therapy for vein diseases has been used throughout history. A description of methods for treating trophic ulcers on the legs with bandages and pressure bandages is in the works of the founders of medical science. The principle of compression underwear is that it creates pressure of varying strength in different parts of the lower limb. In this case, the maximum compression (100%) falls on the lower part of the leg (above the ankle). This is due to the fact that more force is required to lift the blood up from this area. As the blood flow moves upward, the load on the veins decreases. 70% of the pressure inherent in the underwear is applied to the upper part of the shin, and only 40% is applied to the thigh. The underwear compresses the veins, pushing out stagnant blood, forcing it to move.

Patient's leg without using compression stockings (left) and with them (right)

Thanks to this load distribution, blood flow directed to the heart is normalized. Built-in compression resembles the load created by muscle work during movement . People who use compression garments, by the end of the working day, have less tired legs and do not swell. Compression knitwear for varicose veins includes knee socks and sleeves, tights and tights, stockings and bandages. It has virtually no contraindications. And you can wear it all the time instead of regular underwear.

Material for making compression garments

Compression knitted underwear is made from elastic cotton and nylon fibers, microfiber and lycra. Therefore, it has the same aesthetic appearance as a regular one. There are no seams. This is the most attractive remedy. In addition, it is hypoallergenic, pleasantly caresses the skin and allows air to pass through. Compressive properties are created and distributed by special processing of linen using the latest computer technology. If you follow the rules of care, the healing properties last for 6 months.

Compression garments can be preventive (the compression they create is the smallest), therapeutic (for wearing during an exacerbation of venous disease) and hospital (for use in hospitals after surgery).

It is recommended to wear prophylactic underwear at the first appearance of spider veins on the legs, enlargement of the saphenous veins, and when pain and swelling appear in the legs at the end of the working day. Such stockings exert a pressure of no more than 18 mmHg on the surface of the leg. Art. (2.7x10³ Pa), which is designed to balance the increased blood pressure in the lower parts of the vein. Thanks to this, the elastic stocking does not allow fluid to accumulate in the ankle area, thereby eliminating the cause of swelling. For prevention purposes Compression garments can also be worn by healthy people at risk on the occurrence of diseases of the venous vessels of the lower extremities. It is useful for teachers and salespeople, hairdressers and drivers, as well as representatives of other professions whose work involves long periods of being in one static position (standing or sitting). It can be purchased over the counter in pharmacies. No recipe required for this. Since compression garments come in different types, let’s look at each of them.

Compression tights are the most popular type of therapeutic underwear. In addition, there are special models for pregnant women. Tights that are properly sized should fit tightly around your legs and end exactly at the waist. If the underwear is too small or, conversely, too large, the distribution of compression is disrupted and the therapeutic effect is lost. According to reviews from most patients, tights are the most comfortable type of compression hosiery, which is easy to remove, but when putting it on you need to make some effort, since they must be evenly distributed along the leg. But then they will be securely fixed on the nude and will not slip during movement, which contributes to the accurate distribution of the compression embedded in them and the achievement of the desired results. Wearing compression garments can be combined with the use of cosmetics for the legs and medicinal preparations in the form of ointments and creams. But it is better if they are applied before bedtime, after the medicinal underwear has been removed. If the skin requires constant hydration, it is recommended to use quickly absorbing creams with a light structure. This will protect the linen from destroying the integrity of the fibers and losing its healing properties.

Stockings and tights are more suitable for treating diseased veins in women. But in the world, many men suffer from varicose veins. How should they be? Should you constantly wrap your legs with elastic bandages? No. Doctors have a solution to the problem for men too. They can use compression socks, the choice of which is quite wide today. Special knee socks have been created for travelers and people leading an active lifestyle, preventative and for constant wear for medicinal purposes. Although why shouldn’t men wear tights under their trousers? You can’t see it anyway, but what a luxury for your feet! There is a wide range of compression socks from various brands for both men and women. It is believed that all people can wear them as they have no side effects. However, there are several contraindications. Knee socks should not be worn if a person has diseases of the blood vessels such as endarteritis, atherosclerosis, aortoarteritis, as well as open wounds or trophic ulcers with purulent inflammation, necrosis or eczema.

An elastic bandage is still used as an additional treatment for varicose veins. Compared to compression hosiery, it is less effective. In addition, it is inconvenient and takes a long time to apply it to diseased areas. The degree of compression is created manually by tightening the bandages and is controlled intuitively. But the biggest drawback is that the bandages constantly slip off. However, many people are forced to use them, since this is the cheapest type of knitwear used to prevent diseases of the venous vessels. Therefore, you should know how to properly bandage your legs for varicose veins.

It should be remembered that you need to apply an elastic bandage in the morning, immediately after waking up, before fluid begins to accumulate in the ankle area, leading to swelling. The procedure is performed in the “lying” position, with the leg raised up at an angle of 90°. Doing this on your own is inconvenient. Yes, and achieving the desired tension is quite difficult. Therefore, it is better to ask someone from the household to help complete this procedure.

1. Leg binding begins with the narrowest area (ankles), gradually moving to a wider area (thigh).
2. When wrapping an ankle, you should make a kind of “lock” by placing wraps around the heel. This will prevent the bandage from slipping while moving.
3. Stretch the bandage evenly when applying turns, making sure that folds do not form.
4. The roll of bandage is unrolled little by little, closer to the leg, trying not to stretch it. This will avoid excessive compression of the tissue.
5. When applying the bandage, you must ensure that its turns are applied with a slight overlap, without the formation of gaps.
6. In the ankle area, the bandage should be tighter. As you move up, each turn is applied weaker.
7. The bandage begins at least 20 cm from the diseased area. It should also end in an area with healthy vessels, at least 15 cm long.

The correct application of the bandage can be checked by the appearance of the fingers. If done correctly, they will look blue at first. But literally after a couple of minutes their normal color returns. In the area of ​​the knee and elbow joints, the bandage should not be too tight so as not to disrupt blood circulation in this area. A sign of improper bandaging (too tight) is numbness in the fingers and pain. At the same time, blood pulsation is felt under the bandage. In this case, you need to lie down, free your leg from the bandage, massage it a little, and allow the blood flow to normalize. And then re-bandage.

To achieve the necessary therapeutic effect in the treatment of varicose veins and a number of other vein diseases, drug therapy alone is not enough. Therapeutic knitwear plays a major role in eliminating swelling, relieving pain and other symptoms. Thanks to wearing it, patients experience the following beneficial effects:

• The diameter of the veins decreases, which normalizes the functioning of the valve mechanism. The viscosity in the blood decreases, the speed of venous return blood flow increases. Thanks to this, the likelihood of blood clots is significantly reduced.
• The ability of the venous-muscular pump to push blood increases due to compression of the veins located in the muscle tissue.
• The ability of capillaries to absorb extracellular fluid increases. And this leads to the elimination of edema.

In all classes, compression is distributed from 100% at the ankle to 40% at the hip

Unlike preventative compression garments, therapeutic ones cannot be purchased over the counter. It is sold by prescription. And it is recommended to purchase it in specialized salons that sell orthopedic products. Medical therapeutic knitwear has the following compression classes according to the degree of pressure created:

• Class 1. The compression created does not exceed 23 mmHg. Art. (2.7x10³ Pa). Wearing underwear of this class is recommended for patients at the stage of the appearance of spider veins on the legs, enlargement of the saphenous veins, and pain in the legs at the end of the working day.
• Class 2. Distributed pressure no more than 33 mmHg. (4.25x10³ Pa). Used in the treatment of thrombophlebitis and moderate varicose veins.
• Class 3. Compression not higher than 45 mmHg. (6.1x10³ Pa). Tights (and other products) are used for severe venous insufficiency, characterized by impaired trophism.
• Class 4. Compression exceeds 50 mmHg (6.5x10³ Pa). It is used to eliminate disturbances in lymph flow and eliminate swelling caused by this disease.

Preventive underwear and knitwear of the 1st class can be selected independently. And buying tights or stockings included in compression classes 2 and 3 is allowed only after a preliminary consultation with a phlebologist. He will give recommendations on wearing regimen; will tell you how to properly use and care for your underwear.

All types of compression underwear have different prices, but it most often depends on the promotion of the brand and the material from which the socks are made (stockings or tights). Distributing compression over areas of tights (stockings or socks), and then legs, does not affect the price. The pressure is the same in all models.

The choice of therapeutic knitwear is quite wide. Therefore, many people ask the question: what type of knitwear is better for varicose veins? To answer this, let's start with the fact that therapeutic compression hosiery of any kind is designed to stop the development of varicose veins, eliminate blood stagnation in the extremities and relieve swelling in the ankle area. And tights, stockings and knee socks do an excellent job with this task. The only difference between them is their length: the maximum length of golf is to the knee, stockings end at the upper thigh, and tights end at the waist. The choice of product based on this criterion is carried out depending on the location of the main signs of the disease. If the pattern of dilated veins is limited to the lower leg, then for an anti-varicose effect it is enough to purchase knee socks. If they have spread higher, then you should take care of stockings or tights. Here the choice depends only on your own preferences. Women's therapeutic stockings and tights can be either transparent or with patterns printed on them. Therapeutic underwear for men is made like regular knitwear to remain invisible.
Pharmacies and specialized salons offer therapeutic compression hosiery from various manufacturers. Compression in underwear of any brand is calculated with maximum accuracy. Therefore, stockings and tights from all companies have the same therapeutic effect. They differ mainly in design, duration of wear, and cost.

Compression garments from an Italian manufacturer attract many Russian patients of phlebological clinics with relatively low prices. Their maximum cost does not exceed 1200 rubles. Models of various designs and all compression classes are offered. Their disadvantages are fragility (compression lasts no more than a month), slight discomfort in wearing and rapid wear.

The Russian company Intex is a worthy competitor to foreign companies, supplying high-quality underwear for varicose veins at a relatively low cost. It creates the necessary compression and has fairly high wear resistance. For an amount from 800 to 1300 rubles you can buy tights, stockings or knee socks made of excellent fabric, with high-quality seams and get the necessary therapeutic effect.

Tights, stockings and knee socks from the Spanish company ORTO are mid-priced products. The minimum amount that you will have to pay for the simplest treatment pair varies from 400 to 700 rubles. All products are of good quality. The compression lasts up to 4 months, but they wear out quickly on the toes and feet.

VenoteksTherapy compression garments (USA) are one of the most popular. It is represented by a wide range of models. All products of this brand are certified and comply with Russian State Standards. Stockings, tights and knee socks have an average degree of wear resistance. All models presented by Venotex have a relatively low cost:

• from 650 rubles for stockings for prevention;
• from 1600 rubles and above for models of 3rd compression class.

For those who prefer higher quality knitwear, it is better to purchase products from one of the German companies Medi or Bauerfeind. The prices for the products of these companies are much higher (from 1,300 rubles), but they fully correspond to the quality of the products. All products are comfortable to wear, easy to care for, and have a high degree of wear resistance. Stockings, knee socks and tights have a great design. The model range of these companies includes underwear for travel and sports. To put on underwear with compression higher than class 2, you need to buy a special device from medi.

Elite medical underwear from the Swiss company Sigvaris is the most expensive of all types presented. It features minimal wear, high quality workmanship and excellent design. These are the main properties for which Russian customers must shell out from their wallets an amount from 2,500 to 4,500 rubles and more per pair. Since the compression inherent in the underwear and the therapeutic effect of wearing it do not differ from the pressure created by knitwear from other manufacturers.

When choosing compression garments, many people make the mistake of not knowing how they are labeled. Especially when buying it secondhand, in markets, etc., trying to save on your purchase. On the packaging of any type of therapeutic knitwear, the class of compression created is indicated, indicating the pressure in mmHg. Art. (or Pa). On ordinary tights, stockings or knee socks, the density of the fabric is shown in den. Therefore, you should refuse to purchase if tights in the nth number of deniers are offered as compression underwear. Hoping for a therapeutic effect from wearing them, you can worsen the condition of the veins.

After you have chosen the company and model of the product, and received a recipe indicating the compression class, you need to decide on the size of the tights (stockings and golf). To do this, the following leg measurements are taken at home; For golf:

1. Circumference of the lower leg above the ankle (cm);
2. Circumference of the lower leg in the upper (wide) part, under the knee joint (cm).
3. Length from foot to knee joint.

For stockings:

• To the first two measurements for golf, you must add the hip circumference at a height of 25 cm from the knee joint (standard figure). For a tall person, measurements are taken at a distance of 30 cm from the knee.
• It is also necessary to measure the length of the leg to the point at which the thigh circumference is measured (or to the groin).

Example of a size chart with letter designation for Medi knitwear

For tights, in addition to the measurements listed above, you will also need to measure the circumference of the waist and hips, as well as the length of the leg from the foot to the groin. To select stockings (and other underwear) of the right size, the data obtained is compared with those given in special size tables, which may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. When purchasing compression garments at an orthopedic salon, all you need to do is show your measurements to the consultant, and he will select the model of the required size. High-quality compression garments are quite expensive. But sometimes it happens that it causes discomfort while wearing. Even theoretically, correctly selected underwear can negatively affect the condition of the veins during use. Therefore, it is recommended to first purchase a cheaper model and get used to the sensations that arise when wearing compression garments. And only after that you can buy expensive anti-varicose tights or stockings for constant wear.

Compression garment size chart with digital designation

Compression garments for pregnant women

Wearing compression garments is recommended for ALL pregnant women.. In the first trimester, even if there are no obvious signs of varicose veins, it is recommended to use preventive knitwear. At later stages, you should use the recommendations of your treating physicians. Compression hosiery for pregnant women has significant differences from other types of medical underwear. Firstly, at the top of the tights there is an elastic bandage, the main function of which is to support the stomach without squeezing it. And secondly, fabrics with increased breathability are used for their manufacture. Many Women during pregnancy prefer wearing compression stockings. This is due to the fact that the enlarged belly does not fit into the leggings of the tights (it cannot stretch indefinitely). And not every expectant mother feels comfortable in special tights for pregnant women. And you can choose stockings taking into account physiological characteristics and your own preferences. They are offered in the following types:

1. Classic model;
2. With rubber band made of silicone;
3. On a special corset belt with Velcro fastener;
4. Open toe.

People need to create targeted pressure on the surface of the legs in order to normalize blood flow not only for diseases of the venous vessels, such as varicose veins. It can be used when losing weight to remove excess fluid and smooth out fat deposits in the form of folds. At the same time, thanks to the compression created, muscles and skin are massaged and toned. Special compression garments are recommended to be worn in the first month of the postpartum period. It helps prevent many serious complications, such as prolapse of the vaginal walls, prolapse of the uterus, etc. In addition, it supports the abdominal muscles, which were weakened during pregnancy. Compression garments for sports allow you to achieve greater results with less consumption of the body's energy reserves. It increases endurance, a person gets less tired, which means he can do more strength exercises.

Unlike regular ones, there are certain rules for putting on compression tights.

• Any type of compression garment (tights, stockings, knee socks) is put on immediately after waking up, without getting out of bed.
• This is done carefully, without excessive stretching or twisting.
• First, assemble the upper part into an accordion.
• Inserting the palms inside the tights (stockings), carefully put them on the foot, taking into account the location of the heel.
• Gradually straightening it, pull it onto the shin.
• On the hips, tights are also put on lying down, raising the torso as it approaches the waist.

Compression stockings for varicose veins are worn in the same way.
To make the process of putting on anti-varicose tights and stockings as easy as possible, you can purchase one of the special devices, for example medi Butler. They are produced for different categories of patients:

1. For people with large dimensions, the Big series device is intended;
2. For people with limited mobility - Longo series;
3. With a collapsible design, for travel - Travel Butler;
4. Hospitalbutler - with a sliding mechanism.

This company also offers a device that helps you remove medical underwear - medi Butler Off.

If there is no device for putting on anti-varicose tights (stockings), then when performing this procedure, manufacturers recommend using latex gloves so as not to damage the elastic fibers with your nails. All toenails should also be trimmed short and filed. The surface of corns and dry calluses should be smoothed.

When a person is prescribed compression therapy for the first time, questions may arise regarding the use of therapeutic hosiery. For example, the patient bought knee socks, and the vein with varicose veins turned out to be just above the elastic band. Doubt arises. Do I need to wear the purchased item? - In this case, the affected vessel will be indirectly affected by normalizing blood flow in the lower part of the leg, and therefore the purchased product can be used. But it is highly recommended to try to purchase a product of the appropriate size. Many questions arise about Is it possible to wear stockings against varicose veins on swollen legs? In this case, phlebologists agree that it is not only possible, but also necessary. But this is quite difficult to do, since due to swelling the size of the leg is greatly increased. The question often arises: Why do you need to take off your stockings (knee socks) at night?- It is recommended to do this so that the skin of the legs can rest and breathe. When a person is in a horizontal position (with 1st and 2nd degrees of venous insufficiency), the underwear does not work, that is, compression is not created. Therefore, leaving it on the body is useless. However, if a person accidentally falls asleep in his underwear, there is no serious harm. The most common question is whether what underwear to wear on hot summer days.- Compression should continue in the summer. Moreover, higher temperatures provoke additional vasodilation. On particularly hot days, you can use lighter underwear, 1st class or preventative. Reducing compression in this case is preferable to not having it at all.

Any type of compression garment requires full care in order to maintain its healing properties for a long time.

• It is recommended to wash compression garments daily by hand, without twisting or wringing them.
• The water should be moderately warm (not higher than 40°).
• Use liquid soap or shampoo for washing, as well as any other care product for delicate fabrics.
• Do not use washing powders, bleaches, dry cleaning, hot drying or hanging in the sun.
• Silicone elastic on stockings should be protected from any significant contact with water. Otherwise, it will lose its fixing qualities. Fat is removed from the silicone strip with a cotton pad soaked in any alcohol-containing liquid.

If you listen to the opinion of those who already have experience using compression garments, then it is better to purchase two pairs at once (for reliability and ease of care).

General information

Compression jersey is widely used to maintain correct, from a physiological point of view, pressure in the lower extremities of a person. Such stockings are used in a complex treatment scheme varicose veins, as well as for the prevention of this disease. In medicine, special underwear for veins is usually called medical knitwear. It is also called compression or anti-varicose underwear, therapeutic knitwear.

Phlebologists recommend wearing tights, socks, and compression socks for varicose veins. This type of underwear should also be worn when thrombosis, thrombophlebitis, lymphedema and for other problems with the blood vessels of the extremities.

What types of compression underwear are available, what is better - compression tights or stockings, the doctor will tell you and recommend during your appointment.

The therapeutic effect when using such underwear is manifested due to the fact that stockings, leggings or tights support the blood vessels and compress the dilated vein. This, in turn, evenly redistributes blood flow from dilated vessels to healthy ones.

Such underwear helps to activate blood circulation and improve tissue nutrition.

If you choose the right compression hosiery, it will help reduce the risk of developing blood clots.

Another important argument in favor of using such underwear is that there are almost no contraindications to the use of therapeutic knitwear. It does not cause side effects, but at the same time it is a good method of preventing the progression of varicose veins and helps maintain veins in a physiological state.

Previously, when therapeutic knitwear was not produced, they used for varicose veins elastic bandages. However, their use has several significant disadvantages.

• First of all, elastic bandages take a long time to apply, and in order to get the desired effect, this must be done correctly.
• An important disadvantage is the inability to wear an elastic bandage all the time. Its non-aesthetic appearance does not allow it to be worn every day, whereas, for example, Medi compression garments and knitwear from other modern manufacturers look very beautiful and aesthetically pleasing.
• Despite the fact that bandages have a low price, you won’t be able to save money when wearing them. After all, such a bandage very quickly becomes unusable. Therefore, it is better to find out how to choose high-quality knitwear and buy compression underwear for varicose veins.

Why do you need compression underwear and what is its effect? By squeezing dilated veins, such knitwear provides acceleration blood flow through the deep veins. Eventually eliminated venous stasis, which is a prerequisite for the development of varicose veins. Those who are interested in which compression garments are best for varicose veins should take into account that it is worth buying quality products. After all, branded high-quality knitwear provides a graduated, that is, gradual decrease in pressure from the hand to the shoulder or from the shin to the thigh.

For example, a good online store for compression garments for varicose veins offers stockings that provide maximum (100%) pressure at the bottom of the calf and partial (40%) pressure in the thigh area. It is this distribution that is most correct from a physiological point of view, and therefore provides the greatest therapeutic effect. With this mode of pressure distribution, blood outflow is normalized due to the following effects:

• The functioning of the valve apparatus improves and returns to normal.
• The expanded lumen of the peripheral veins of the thighs and legs, especially the subcutaneous ones, decreases.
• The muscle pump effect increases. When muscles contract during exercise, blood is pushed upward.

Effective compression garments for pregnant women. But when pregnancy You need to select such knitwear based on the individual recommendations of your doctor.

Before choosing compression hosiery for varicose veins, you need to clearly understand that such underwear cannot eliminate the serious causes of venous insufficiency. Therefore, it is used before radical treatment. Medical knitwear simulates the situation as if veins that have dilated, been removed or sealed.

In addition, it is important to understand that non-surgical treatment of leg diseases should always be comprehensive. Only in this case the effect will be maximum. It is very important not only to wear compression garments, but also to use ointments and creams prescribed by your doctor, practice folk remedies for the prevention and treatment of varicose veins, and also lead a healthy lifestyle.

In order for the effect to be most noticeable, it is important to choose the right medical underwear. In this case, you need to take into account not only the reviews that you can read on the Internet and the prices of underwear, but also its quality and compression classes.

Compression knitwear is usually divided into three types:

• hospital– that is, one that is used exclusively in a hospital setting;
• medicinal;
• prophylactic.

But, regardless of whether knitwear is needed for treatment or prevention, it should be purchased exclusively in specialized stores or in retail outlets that are official dealers of medically recognized manufacturers of such underwear. It is important that in such stores consumers are always helped to choose the correct size of knitwear, since the effectiveness of treatment depends on this. To find the perfect underwear, the seller first measures the leg in four places. Next, a special table of sizes is used, according to which stockings or tights are selected.

As for different manufacturers, reviews of their products can often be found on the Internet. Many women write about how high quality the Sigvaris knitwear is, which costs between 4000-5000 rubles. But there are many positive reviews about “Copper” knitwear, the price of which is lower - about 3,000 rubles. You can learn more about this underwear and choose “Medi” compression hosiery on the company’s official website. Compression underwear from Venotex and Ortho is also of high quality, the prices for which are slightly lower - from 2000 rubles.

You can purchase underwear in four levels of compression:

• First compression class(18-21 mm Hg) – preventive knitwear, wearing which is indicated in the following cases:
  • during pregnancy;
  • with a tendency to varicose veins;
  • in the presence of initial symptoms of varicose veins: if the veins are noticeable under the skin, after prolonged standing or sitting the legs hurt, pronounced spider veins can be seen on the legs, and swelling appears in the evening;
  • if a person leads a lifestyle in which he is forced to sit or stand a lot - in the office, driving a car, behind the counter, etc.
• Second compression class(23-32 mmHg) – the most popular underwear. Compression hosiery of class 2 compression is used for treatment purposes. varicose veins, thrombophlebitis. Hospital knitwear of class 2 compression is also used in the hospital.
• Third compression class(34-46 mm Hg) – compression tights of this class are used for patients with trophic disorders and severe venous insufficiency.
• Fourth compression class(from 49 mmHg) - this class is used very rarely - for men and women with lymphedema.

Before purchasing stockings or tights for varicose veins, you should decide exactly what kind of underwear is best to buy. Those who are buying anti-varicose tights for the first time should not immediately choose compression class 2. After all, it may well be that this will be too strong a compression for the vascular system.

First, it is better to purchase inexpensive underwear - the price of 1st class compression tights from some companies will be quite acceptable. After wearing it and gradually getting used to such underwear, you can later buy more expensive orthopedic tights for varicose veins.

For the purpose of prevention, only class 1 underwear is used. If a person is already developing varicose veins, then a phlebologist will help you choose tights. You should also ask your doctor about how to choose compression tights for pregnant women so that the expectant mother feels good while wearing such underwear. In this case, it is important to choose the size of anti-varicose tights or stockings so that they do not cause noticeable discomfort.

But no matter how enthusiastic the reviews about this or that underwear are, you need to understand that it will not be possible to cure varicose veins with its help, since wearing underwear does not eliminate the causes of the disease. Compression hosiery helps stop the progression of the disease and prevent the appearance of new veins affected by varicose veins.

It is impossible to wear such underwear in hot summer weather, so during the summer you need to take medications for varicose veins and use other methods to combat this disease.

In order not to damage the product and get the greatest effect, you need to know how to put on compression tights correctly - this is indicated in the instructions.

Regardless of the price of such underwear, it can maintain compression for about 5-7 months.

Before purchasing such underwear, you need to clearly know how to choose compression stockings correctly for varicose veins. Special quality standards for compression garments have been defined. The most important and strict among them is the European RAL-GZ-387.

Any manufacturer seeking to produce knitwear that conforms to it must initially undergo very strict certification in Switzerland or Germany. Therefore, if elastic orthopedic stockings for varicose veins have such a certificate, this indicates its high quality. Knitwear with such a certificate provides pressure that is distributed over the limb (40-70-100%) and is therapeutic. The standard is evidenced by the packaging of the product, as well as the presence of a special label.

To choose a good product, you need to focus not only on how much such socks or stockings cost, but, above all, on the manufacturer and a proven point of sale of the product. After all, on the domestic market it is very easy to make a mistake and buy fake medical stockings or tights. In addition, in specialized stores they will definitely tell the buyer how to determine the size for both men and women. You should also buy compression hosiery for pregnant women from trusted stores.

Since therapeutic underwear is worn daily, it is very important to choose a hypoallergenic model. Therefore, you need to focus not on user reviews, but, first of all, on personal feelings. The linen must have a sign of the European eco-safety standard Oeko-Tex Standard 10– this guarantees that the product is made of a material that does not cause allergies.

When buying treated knitwear, you need to know how to put on and how to wear such underwear correctly.

Most often, people trying to prevent the progression of varicose veins wear compression stockings of compression class 2. After all, both the effectiveness and the price of compression stockings of compression class 2 often turn out to be the most acceptable for the patient. However, it often happens that products of the 2nd degree of compression are very uncomfortable for a person to wear. Moreover, most often, class 2 compression for men and women turns out to be uncomfortable precisely because a person puts on such a product incorrectly. After all, you can’t put it on like tights for a child, gathering them into an accordion and pulling the stocking up to the thigh. Both tights and knee socks or stockings should be put on slowly, gradually straightening them on the leg.

Such underwear will be difficult for obese people to wear. To facilitate this process, you can purchase special devices in the store. How much such devices cost depends on the manufacturer. Compression hosiery should be worn with gloves to avoid damaging the underwear with your nails. In addition, if a person is wearing medical or other gloves, then the underwear glides better.

If wearing compression underwear of the second class is uncomfortable, in some cases you can limit yourself to the first class. Moreover, the price of compression stockings of 1st compression class for women and men (Ortho, etc.) is lower. However, the price of stockings for varicose veins on the legs depends on other factors.

A person who wears therapeutic knitwear should have smooth feet - without roughness or calluses. It is necessary to cut your toenails short and file them to avoid the appearance of puffs on your underwear.

It is better to put on such underwear in the morning, on rested and, therefore, not swollen limbs. In this case, both legs and jerseys must be completely dry.

Those who are interested in whether it is possible to sleep in such stockings need to understand that this is not necessary, since during sleep the load on the limbs is minimal.

If the phlebologist prescribed the patient to wear class 3 products, putting them on will be more difficult and, accordingly, more time will have to be spent on it. For this it is better to use special devices.

If the size chart provided on a particular website seems unclear, it is better to ask a specialist about how to choose the size of compression stockings for surgery or for everyday wear. After all, if the size is chosen incorrectly, it will be extremely uncomfortable to put on and wear such underwear.

It is important to properly care for such products and know how to wash and dry them.

When buying orthopedic underwear for women and men, you need to take into account that it is most convenient to have at least two pairs of such knitwear. After all, you need to wash it daily to get rid of dust, debris and dead skin particles, which can very quickly damage the fibers of the laundry.

Washing is carried out only by hand, using baby soap. This type of laundry cannot be washed in a machine. It must be washed at a temperature of no more than 40 C. It is forbidden to iron or bleach it. Conditioners and rinse aids should also not be used. After all, they also destroy the structure of the contracting tissue.

Dry the compression jersey by spreading it out on a horizontal surface. You cannot twist it or wring it out; you can easily blot it with a towel. Drying knitwear in the sun or in a vertical position is not allowed.

You need to be very careful with silicone strips, which are important for securing the laundry. When washing, it is better not to wet them and wipe them with a disinfectant wipe.

What to wear with such products depends on the woman’s taste. But, as a rule, knitwear from modern manufacturers is very beautiful and elegant.

Before choosing compression socks for varicose veins, you need to clearly know whether the patient has any contraindications to wearing them. Medical knitwear has several such contraindications.

Wearing medical knitwear is absolutely contraindicated for the following diseases:

• atherosclerosis;
• endoarteritis;
• orthoarteritis;
• thromboangiitis obliterans.

In such conditions it decreases vascular lumen, and systolic arterial pressure decreases to 80 mm. rt. Art., therefore it is strictly forbidden to reduce the pressure in the lower extremities.

Compression garments should be worn very carefully by those who have skin problems and high skin sensitivity.

You should not wear stockings or tights if you have allergies and inflammatory processes on the skin, as well as dermatitis, bedsores, eczema, thrombophlebitis, open wounds.

If varicose veins appear due to a disease diabetes, such underwear cannot be used either. Compression hosiery is not used in cases of septic phlebitis, cardiopulmonary failure in severe form, if problems with blood circulation occur at rest.

You can also come across the opinion that knitwear can provoke atrophy of the muscular layer of the vein walls. When a person stops wearing therapeutic underwear, the opposite effect is likely, as a result of which the venous wall will stretch, and varicose veins will progress even more.

Of course, there is no way to check the condition of every vein in a person wearing such underwear. However, most phlebologists consider this theory to be erroneous, citing the following evidence in favor of this:

• a person cannot wear therapeutic knitwear around the clock;
• if the veins are subjected to compression, then the flow of blood in them decreases, but it does not stop;
• as a rule, atrophy of the muscle wall develops if a person has a genetic predisposition, as well as if a local specific inflammatory process develops during venous stagnation, and when using knitwear, these phenomena are reduced;
• sometimes, after stopping the use of underwear, a person initially feels a little worse, since the tone of the venous wall decreases for a while, but there is no talk of atrophy.

Also, after the end of the period of wearing such underwear, people with varicose veins may feel that it has become more difficult for them to walk. Therefore, many people prefer not to give up wearing it.

Thus, compression garments, which have been used for many decades, are a convenient and effective method for the prevention and treatment of varicose veins. However, before you start using it, you need to consult a phlebologist. The doctor will determine what the patient's condition is and help choose the most suitable product.

Compression underwear, according to experts, is an excellent tool for additional correction in the treatment of varicose veins. However, when choosing such knitwear, a number of factors should be taken into account, otherwise the therapeutic effect will not be achieved; on the contrary, the condition of the veins may worsen.

The choice of product is made based on its purpose:

• Knitted underwear for hospital use. Used only in medical institutions, for example, after surgery.
• Prophylactic underwear.
• Special underwear for pregnant women.
• Knitwear for professional athletes.
• Therapeutic compression jersey.

To achieve a good effect:

• proper selection of compression garments is necessary;
• competent care of knitwear;
• ability to put it on correctly;
• compliance with wearing rules.

The most important factor is the purchase, which should be made only in specialized stores (shops, pharmacies, etc.). Only in this case can you avoid purchasing a fake.

Orthopedic centers and salons offer products from well-known brands that have the required certificates and are approved for use. In such establishments, specially trained staff will help you select the size of knitwear, which is extremely important to ensure the desired result.

Important! Underwear of the wrong size does not have therapeutic and prophylactic qualities! You cannot buy compression hosiery on the advice of friends or, especially, wear someone else’s underwear.

It is not recommended to purchase maternity underwear for therapeutic purposes on your own. Only a doctor can determine the advisability of prescribing therapeutic compression hosiery and select the size, as well as select the optimal degree of compression. In this case, the duration of pregnancy and the characteristics of its course must be taken into account.

• First trimester. Preventive knitwear in the absence of signs of varicose veins. Medicinal products - as prescribed by a specialist.
• Second and third trimester. Wearing therapeutic underwear and selecting the degree of compression is on the recommendation of a phlebologist. You can purchase a prophylactic one yourself.

Attention! Knitwear for pregnant women differs from conventional models of underwear intended for the treatment of varicose veins.

Differences:

• At the top of the tights there is a special bandage made of hypoallergenic elastic materials.
• Belly supporting qualities.
• The use of materials with increased breathability.

Attention! Some pregnant women prefer stockings to tights. In this case, it is easy to choose a more comfortable model that will not compress the stomach. The leggings part of tights has limitations in stretching, so stockings in some cases are a more optimal option in relation to physiological characteristics during this period.

Modern models of compression hosiery for pregnant women may have:

1. Silicone rubber band that holds the product on the leg
2. Special corset belt and Velcro fastener.
3. Open toe.

Algorithm of actions:

1. You have chosen the manufacturer.
2. We settled on any model of the product.
3. The doctor determined the required compression class.

To accurately select the size, you need to measure your foot.

The sizes of tights, as well as stockings or knee socks are selected only after measuring the legs! Measurements can be taken at home or in a specialized center that offers compression garments.

Compression socks. To select golf, the following is done:

1. Measure the circumference of the shin in the area above the ankle.
2. Measure the circumference of the shin just below the knee.
3. Measure the distance from the knee to the foot.

Compression stockings. For selection you need:

1. To the measurements of the first two positions (item “knee socks”) add a number equal to the circumference of the hips (the place located at a distance of 25 cm from the knee, which corresponds to the standards of a normal figure). For people taller than 180 cm, measurements are taken at a distance of 30 cm from the knee joint.

1. Measure the length of the lower limb from the feet to the point where the thigh circumference is measured.

All measurements are taken in centimeters.

An example of a table of measurements and product sizes from a popular German manufacturer - the Copper company.

Attention! It is mandatory to take measurements before purchasing. Please note that size charts from different manufacturers may not be the same.

If you purchase jersey for varicose veins in a specialized center (orthopedic salon), they will select the appropriate option for you based on your “home” measurements.

High quality compression hosiery from a reputable manufacturer cannot be too cheap. But such products often cause some discomfort when worn, even if they are chosen correctly.

In many cases, adaptation is required, which can take several days or even weeks. But if you experience pain or other too negative sensations when wearing underwear, you should consult a specialist; perhaps this knitwear is not suitable for you.

Knitwear is divided into four levels according to compression properties:

1. First grade. Prophylactic knitwear –18– 21 mm Hg. Art.
   Wearing such underwear is recommended for everyone who has a tendency to varicose veins of the lower extremities, these are:

• pregnant women;
• persons whose work involves being on their feet for a long time (hairdressers, salespeople);
• “sedentary” work (office workers, drivers);
• patients with initial signs of varicose veins;
• persons who, for some reason, periodically or constantly suffer from heaviness and pain in the legs.

1. Second class. Knitwear for treatment – ​​23 – 32 mm Hg. Art. The most popular category of products prescribed by doctors for the treatment of varicose veins and thrombophlebitis.
2. Third class. Underwear for the treatment of severe conditions – 34 – 46 mm. rt. Art. Indicated for complex thrombophlebitis, trophic disorders, high-grade venous insufficiency.
3. Fourth grade. Knitwear 49 mm. rt. Art. and higher. Not used often, indicated for lymphedema (impaired outflow of lymphatic fluid).
   

Expert advice. If the purchase is made for the first time and its purpose is preventive measures, you should not opt ​​for expensive knitwear of the second degree of compression (with the exception of a doctor’s prescription).

In any case, you should first visit a specialist - a phlebologist. If you are diagnosed with varicose veins, you should purchase knitwear with a higher degree of compression, which will be prescribed by your doctor.

Attention! Compression hosiery is not an independent measure for the treatment of varicose veins, it is only an additional effective measure that serves both as a good prevention against varicose veins and is part of its complex treatment.

You should not limit yourself to wearing only one underwear, even the highest quality from a reputable manufacturer, since knitwear in itself does not heal.

Treatment of varicose veins and other problems associated with venous insufficiency should include the mandatory use of special medications (internally) under the supervision of a doctor and creams, gels (externally).

The reasons for the development of varicose veins include many factors. External influence using compression hosiery can influence the further course of the disease towards its worsening. Knitwear that is selected correctly can stop the further development of the disease and remove to some extent negative symptoms, namely:

• The appearance of new spider veins.
• Pain and heaviness in the legs.
• Feeling of tingling and fullness, etc.

In the summer, in extreme heat, wearing such knitwear is not always comfortable. Therefore, during this period more attention should be paid to other treatment methods.

Attention! Any compression hosiery has its own service life - usually no more than seven months (the terms depend on the manufacturer and are indicated on the label).

Therapeutic compression hosiery for men. How to choose?

Men are less likely to wear compression hosiery for varicose veins, and in vain. The developers also took care of this group of patients, and therefore offer them the use of both special knee socks and orthopedic stockings or leggings. There is no need to suffer with an elastic bandage that does not stay on your feet.

Men can successfully use tights, there is nothing shameful here. There are also special models designed for men, but they are not always on sale. Compression hosiery in the form of tights does not stand out from under clothing, so you should take care of your health and discard prejudices.

All compression hosiery for therapeutic purposes for varicose veins from a reputable manufacturer undergoes a special test, has a certificate and meets the necessary requirements.

• Reducing the diameter of veins.
• Normalization of valve mechanisms.
• Reduced blood viscosity.
• Increasing the speed of venous return blood flow.
• Reducing the risk of blood clots.
• Increased pushing properties of the venous-muscular pump.
• Increasing the ability of blood capillaries to absorb extracellular fluids and reducing leg swelling as a result.

When choosing, you need to pay attention to:

1. What is the maximum length of the golf course, is it enough to influence the “stars” from the dilated veins.
2. What is the length of the stockings, do you need them to reach your hips?

Attention! Tights affect all areas, therefore they are an ideal product in case of varicose veins in different areas.

Important! The product packaging must contain information about compression, which is indicated by the pressure force indicated in Millimeters of Hg (mm Hg). Ordinary, non-therapeutic and non-prophylactic tights, stockings or knee socks do not have such information on the packaging. If you are offered products where information is indicated in “dens”, then this means purely the density of the material, and not compression. Such tights are not intended for the treatment or prevention of varicose veins and can worsen the condition of the veins.

Advice. Compression jersey for the prevention of varicose veins (first class) does not require consultation with a doctor and can be purchased independently. In other cases, contacting a phlebologist is a mandatory measure.

The issue of design is not relevant with respect to prophylactic and therapeutic effects. Here you can be guided by your own preferences and choose models, for example, with patterns, different colors, etc.,

To ensure and maintain the therapeutic effect throughout the entire period of use, you should follow the rules for caring for the product and learn how to put it on correctly.

Varicose veins are not only unsightly, but also dangerous to health and even life. A venous network in the legs, in the absence of adequate treatment, can soon lead to complications such as thrombosis, trophic ulcers, and bleeding. Therefore, it is very important to start therapy as early as possible and get rid of the disease. The first path to a successful recovery is to purchase such a necessary product as compression garments for varicose veins. What is the best product to buy so that the effect is achieved and money is not wasted? This is exactly what will be discussed in the article. We’ll also find out what types of therapeutic knitwear are available, as well as how to properly put on special tights or stockings.

Compression garments affect a person’s lower limbs in the following ways:

- It supports and compresses the dilated veins. Due to this, the blood flow is redistributed from dilated veins to healthy ones.

— Such underwear improves blood circulation.

— If the size is correctly selected and worn correctly, such knitwear reduces the risk of blood clots.

— This underwear is an excellent, safe and simple method of preventing varicose veins. At the same time, this therapeutic knitwear allows you to maintain veins in a natural state.

It is very difficult to choose compression garments for varicose veins. Which medical underwear is best for a particular person depends on the condition of the patient’s legs. Therefore, a person should select knitwear only with the help of a doctor.

In general, therapeutic underwear against varicose veins is divided into 4 types:

1. Sick leave, which is used only in inpatient settings.
2. Medicinal.
3. Prophylactic.
4. For athletes.

Also, therapeutic underwear is distinguished by types of weaving, material and degree of pressure.

Often girls who carry babies in their bellies have problems with veins in their legs, which is why they also need to buy compression garments for varicose veins. What is the best medical underwear during pregnancy and when to start wearing it? It is better to purchase such knitwear from the first trimester, even if there are no obvious signs of varicose veins. True, in this case you need to use preventive knitwear. And in the second or third trimester, you need to take advantage of the recommendations of gynecologists and purchase high-quality medical underwear. The fact is that compression hosiery for expectant mothers differs from other types of medical products.

So, for pregnant women, it will be mandatory to have an elastic bandage at the top of the tights. The main function of this elastic, tight-fitting sewn-in bandage is to support the abdomen without compressing it. Also, from fabrics with increased breathability, it is necessary to make compression underwear for pregnant women for varicose veins. What is the best therapeutic underwear for pregnant women to choose? Most often, pregnant girls prefer wearing special stockings. And they choose them because their weekly growing belly simply no longer fits into the leggings of the tights. And you can choose stockings without any problems, taking into account the physiological characteristics of a woman’s body, as well as her own wishes and preferences. In turn, hosiery for pregnant women can be as follows:

1. Open toe.
2. Classic model.
3. On a corset belt with Velcro.
4. With rubber band made of silicone.

How to wear it correctly?

Therapeutic knitwear is an expensive pleasure, and if you put stockings or tights on your legs incorrectly, you can easily tear them. Therefore, it is very important to wear compression garments correctly for varicose veins. How to use it so that it helps? Unlike ordinary tights, when putting on therapeutic knitted tights you need to follow certain rules:

1. Any type of compression garment - knee socks, stockings, tights - should be pulled on immediately after sleep. Knitwear should be put on while lying down.
2. This is done carefully, slowly, without stretching the product or twisting it.
3. First you need to collect the upper part of the knitwear into an accordion.
4. It is convenient to take tights (stockings) and carefully put them on your foot.
5. Gradually you need to straighten the product, pulling it onto your shin.
6. Therapeutic knitwear should also be worn on the hips in a lying position, while the torso should be raised as the product approaches the waist.

In fact, pulling on therapeutic tights and stockings is not an easy task. To make it easier, you can buy a special plastic device called Medi Butler. Such devices make it easier to put on compression garments. It is important to choose the right device, because it is divided into 4 types:

1. For people with limited agility, the Longo series is suitable.
2. Men and women with large dimensions will need a device from the Big series.
3. For people who travel frequently, they need a device that takes up little space. In this case, the Travel series device is suitable.
4. There is also a device with a sliding mechanism called the Hospital Butler.

Today, the consumer can independently choose for himself a suitable manufacturer of such a product as compression garments for varicose veins. Which company is better can be determined by the person himself by trying this or that item. After all, such medical products differ in design, wear resistance, and price. And a person cannot always afford to buy expensive tights, then he focuses on other indicators. The most popular manufacturers are companies such as Relaxsan, Intex, Orto, Medi, Sigvaris.

This is an Italian manufacturer that can offer people models of different designs and any compression class. The lingerie from this company is quite affordable. The maximum price of tights does not exceed 1,300 rubles. The disadvantage of this company's products is the fragility of the product, since compression lasts no more than 1 month. Also, some people note slight discomfort while wearing tights or stockings, as well as their rapid wear.

This is a Russian company that supplies underwear for varicose veins at a relatively low price. Compression knitwear creates excellent compression and is highly wear-resistant. The cost of linen from Intex ranges from 800–1300 rubles. At this price you can buy knitwear made of good fabric, with appropriate impact and quality seams. Lingerie from this company can be worn for 1 year without loss of properties.

This is a Spanish company that sells compression stockings. On average, the cost of such a product ranges from 900–1300 rubles. The downside of such stockings is that they quickly wear out your heels. However, the underwear of this company in all other respects has an excellent therapeutic effect.

This is a German brand of compression garments that produces high-quality compression hosiery. True, the price of the products is also quite high. On average, you need to pay about 4 thousand rubles for stockings. This company has a variety of lingerie designs. The advantage of knitwear from this manufacturer is the long wearing time, as well as the preservation of compression.

This is a Swiss company that produces expensive but high-quality compression garments. The cost of therapeutic knitted tights is about 6 thousand rubles. Excellent design, excellent tailoring, long wearing time - these are the advantages of therapeutic stockings from Sigvaris - compression underwear for varicose veins. Which is better, a photo of the knitwear that Russians choose can be seen in this article. But we cannot help but mention that people think about therapeutic tights and stockings from various companies.

People are delighted with the knitted products of the Russian company Intex. Firstly, many people like the long service life of tights and stockings. Secondly, many women note that this manufacturer has a large range of products: there are all sorts of product colors for every taste, any compression class (from 1 to 4). People are also captivated by the cost of knitwear. After all, it is much lower than that of other well-known manufacturers. And all because the linen is made in Russia, that is, it does not pass customs control. Therefore, there is no cheating on it. Russians willingly support the national manufacturer and believe that inexpensive medical knitwear from Intex is in no way inferior to the same product from other organizations such as Sigvaris or Medi.

There are only positive reviews about Sigvaris. So, people who bought compression underwear from this company note that the manufacturer thought through everything down to the smallest detail: they made knitwear for both summer (so as not to be hot) and for winter. I also made sure that the heel did not wear off, making it secure. In addition, the manufacturer came up with a special perforation to prevent the skin from sweating. The only disadvantage of this company's products is their high cost. Not everyone can afford to buy such underwear.

People have different opinions about Medi tights. Some recommend it, others don't. Those people who do not like tights from this company note that the quality of the products used to be better, but over time it has deteriorated. If earlier it was possible to wear such knitwear for a long time and there were no puffs or arrows on it, now this is a trivial matter. But given the high cost of such a medical product, it is simply unacceptable for an arrow to appear after wearing it three times.

And yet, you need to answer the question: “What is the best compression garment for varicose veins?” Feedback from people indicates that knitwear from the Russian company Intex is the best option for value for money.

A strong half of humanity also suffers from varicose veins, but men go to doctors much less often than women. But even for them, manufacturers make special therapeutic knitwear - compression underwear for varicose veins. What is the best underwear for men and how to choose it? In fact, the issue of beauty for the stronger half of humanity fades into the background. After all, men still wear such underwear under their trousers. Therefore, many manufacturers focus on the quality and comfort of the product. Therapeutic knee socks are designed for men and do not differ in appearance from ordinary socks. Many again choose Intex, but this does not mean that other manufacturers have poor quality. It’s just that this Russian company offers goods cheaper than those of foreign competitors. Most often, athletes, drivers, and office workers turn to compression garments.

Before you go to the store for knitted tights or stockings, you need to visit a phlebologist. A specialist must examine the patient’s feet, make a diagnosis and help choose the right product. With recommendations from the doctor, the person is already heading to the store. There he is asked to measure his legs in 4 places: the volume of the lower leg, thigh, ankle, as well as the length of the leg from heel to groin. If all measurements are taken, then the tights will be selected correctly.

It is also necessary to select the compression class recommended by the doctor. And there are four of them. The first class is the thinnest, and the fourth, accordingly, is the densest.

Many people are interested in the questions: “Is it possible to choose compression garments for yourself for varicose veins? How to choose a size if you are encountering such therapeutic knitwear for the first time?” There is no need to purchase such a product yourself, even if you read enough information about this underwear on the Internet before going to the store. Only the help of a specialist will allow a person to truly choose tights and stockings that will have a healing effect.

Many people are interested in the question: “How to wear compression garments for varicose veins, for how long?” Only a doctor can answer this question, because it is he who prescribes medicinal knitwear. So, if as a preventive measure, then it is enough to put on tights or stockings during the day and take them off at night. Typically, the duration of wearing in this case is no more than 3 months. If you need to use knitwear for the treatment of varicose veins, then the phlebologist himself selects the optimal wearing period, as well as the specific model of the product. Usually, after six months, a specialist advises you to come to him for an appointment, where he will already decide on the advisability of further wearing such underwear. There are also hospital compression stockings. It is used a few days before surgery, as well as for 3 weeks after it.

This article introduced the reader to such an important item of clothing for some people as compression garments for varicose veins. Which one is better also became clear. In terms of price-quality ratio, knitwear from the Russian company Intex wins. But all the same, if a person chooses the wrong product size and does not take into account the doctor’s wishes, then even the most expensive underwear will be useless.

Varicose veins of the legs are an extremely common pathology. According to statistics, this disease affects 40% of women and 10% of men. Moreover, the disease makes itself felt long before old age. It can also lead to

disability

From complications

varicose veins

Every year 250,000 people die in the Russian Federation.

Like most diseases, varicose veins develop gradually. Therefore, it is extremely important to take all reasonable steps to prevent and treat it. The safest and most effective method of treating and preventing this disease is the use of compression hosiery: stockings, tights, knee socks.

Compression hosiery is used in the treatment and prevention of venous pathologies of the lower extremities. The determining factor in the development of diseases of the blood vessels of the legs is a decrease in their elasticity under constant blood flow pressure. Compression knitwear supports the vessels from the outside, preventing their walls from stretching.

Compression socks– an excellent remedy for the treatment and prevention of varicose veins. Varicose veins affect both men and women. The main role in the occurrence of varicose veins is played by stretching of the vascular wall, leading to stagnation of venous blood, swelling of the legs, pain in the legs, and the risk of blood clots. Anti-varicose socks support blood vessels from the outside, preventing them from stretching. Normalizing vascular tone restores blood flow, relieves swelling due to lymph outflow, eliminates pain and heaviness in the legs.

Within just a few minutes after putting on compression socks, swelling significantly subsides, heaviness in the legs decreases and improvement occurs. With regular use of these products, even trophic ulcers disappear and no longer appear, at least as long as the person uses medical compression.

The distributed pressure of all compression products, including knee socks, decreases from bottom to top. It is maximum at the ankle. Below the knee, where the golf course ends, the pressure is only 70% of the pressure in the ankle area. Thus, with any activity, an additional impulse is created, which helps the muscular-venous pump pump blood up to the heart.

These products have found their application not only in the treatment of varicose veins. Compression socks are often used by tourists and athletes, since this type of knitwear optimally distributes the load on the legs and prevents them from slipping in shoes.

At the moment, therapeutic compression is recognized as the most effective, side-effect-free, non-surgical method of treating and preventing varicose veins. Its effectiveness has been proven everywhere. In developed countries, for preventive purposes, compression products, incl. knee socks are used already at the age of 18-20 years. Observations show that surgical manipulations with veins are performed there extremely rarely.

Regular compression hosiery, which creates equal compression along the entire length of the legs, more often has a negative effect than a positive one. Medical knitwear, in turn, restores metabolism and reduces the likelihood of blood clots.

The use of compression socks is permitted for any form of venous insufficiency, and in the vast majority of cases there are no side effects.

The therapeutic effect of compression hosiery comes down to the following:

• creating constant uniform pressure on the surface of the legs;
• vein support;
• redistribution of blood flow from enlarged veins to normal ones;
• stimulation of blood circulation;
• optimization of tissue nutrition;
• prevention of thrombosis.

However, there are a number of factors in the presence of which compression socks are used with caution, and only on the recommendation of the attending physician.

Absolute contraindications to the use of compression socks include chronic diseases of the arteries of the lower extremities, caused by a decrease in the lumen of blood vessels with a systolic blood pressure below 80 mmHg:

• aortoarteritis;
• atherosclerosis;
• thromboangiitis obliterans;
• endarteritis.

Relative contraindications to the use of compression golf:

• Eczema, necrosis, open wound surfaces, stagnant dermatitis, acute thrombophlebitis.
• Use is not recommended for inflammatory and trophic skin pathologies with high infectious contamination.
• Use with caution in patients with sensitive skin. To do this, you should study reviews about the products of a particular manufacturer.
• Cardiopulmonary failure, if symptoms of circulatory disorders are detected at rest.
• Diabetes mellitus, in case of vascular complications in the legs.
• Inflammation of the vein with signs of a septic process.

Attention! If relative contraindications are identified, then the use of compression golf is permissible on the recommendation of the following specialists:

• endocrinologist;
• cardiologist;
• dermatologist.

Men's compression socks (men's shin bandage) are useful for men because they help cope with varicose veins, and are not visible to others.

Unlike women's compression socks, the men's range is not nearly as wide. And this is not surprising, since men are less likely to develop varicose veins. In addition, they wear compression hosiery under their clothes. Therefore, manufacturers of men's anti-varicose knee socks first of all try to make them as comfortable as possible and invisible to others.

Work for men is often associated with heavy lifting, prolonged sitting (driving, at the computer), walking long distances and other risk factors that place prolonged stress on the blood vessels of the legs.

Depending on the stage of varicose veins, the attending physician may recommend socks of I, II, III and even IV compression classes.

High-quality men's compression socks are made in such a way that they look like ordinary men's socks. No one from the outside will even think that you are wearing anti-varicose socks.

– this is a period in a woman’s life when taking care of health becomes of great importance. Many pregnant women are faced with the problem of rapid progression of varicose veins - spider veins and varicose veins appear on the legs. There are many methods recommended for the prevention of varicose veins during pregnancy. The use of varicose knitwear today is considered one of the most effective and safe methods. Most well-known manufacturers produce compression products designed specifically for pregnant women.

Special anti-varicose knee socks for pregnant women provide optimal compression around the circumference of the lower leg and ankle. These areas bear the maximum load, especially in the third trimester. More than half of the women surveyed noted swelling, wobbliness and heaviness in their legs. Many people are forced to buy new shoes because, due to swelling, their feet no longer fit in the shoes.

Determining the size of compression socks

Compression socks are medical devices. Therefore, their use should provide a therapeutic effect. To achieve this, golf pressure must be distributed evenly.

If the socks fit snugly to the body and are optimally suited to the given proportions of the figure, the maximum therapeutic effect is achieved.

To determine the exact size of the socks, you need to take measurements. To do this you need a tape measure, a notepad and a pen.

Below are tables for determining the required golf size based on measurement data. First, a table is given for preventive compression golf, creating a pressure of 15-18 mmHg. Below - for therapeutic golf, creating pressure from 18-22 to 34-46 mmHg. (from one to three compression classes), according to the RAL-GZ 387 standard.

Take the measurements required in the table:1. Metering a done on the ankle, slightly above the bone.

2. Metering

b done on the widest part of the lower leg.

Record the results. Compare the data obtained with those indicated in the table.

Determining the size of preventive compression products:

Determining the size of therapeutic compression products:

The top line of both tables indicates the size: 1(S), 2(M), 3(L), ​​4(XL). The remaining indicators reflect the intervals of circumference lengths corresponding to a particular size.

Let's look at an example. Let’s use the table “Compression knee socks”: numbers 35-38 indicate that size 2 (M) corresponds to shin circumferences from 35 to 38 cm. In other words, if the circumference of your shin at its widest point (measurement b) is 36 cm, then your parameters are in the range of 35-38 cm, and your golf size around the circumference of the shin is 2 (M). In the same way, you should determine the size of the ankle circumference just above the ankle bone (measurement a).

Then make sure that all the data you recorded corresponds to the same size - if so, that size is ideal for you.

Compression classes. Determining the required compression class

The compression grade reflects the total pressure exerted on the surface of the leg when wearing compression socks. In this case, it is measured in millimeters of mercury. On golf socks for therapeutic purposes, pressure is indicated in this particular unit of measurement. And therapeutic compression hosiery is never labeled in denim.

Den (den) is a unit of measurement for the density of fabric texture - i.e. the ratio of the weight of the threads to their total length. It must be remembered that this characteristic does not reflect the therapeutic properties of the product, in particular the level of compression.

Thus, if you are offered a product made of 130 denier compression hosiery, then it is not therapeutic and will be useless in the treatment of vascular insufficiency.

The best way to determine the individually required compression class is to consult a phlebologist. He will help you not only determine the required compression class, but also recommend certain drug treatment, if necessary.

As a rule, in the early stages, a person evaluates areas of varicose veins as a cosmetic defect, and mainly because they do not experience the symptoms characteristic of later stages that would force them to immediately seek advice from a doctor. The use of compression socks of the first and second degree of compression significantly improves well-being and makes it possible to avoid the occurrence of irreversible and extremely unpleasant complications.

At the same time, in the absence of contraindications, you can buy and start using anti-varicose socks even before visiting a doctor. After all, it is better to go to the doctor for examination, protecting your legs with compression hosiery, than to subject your blood vessels to heavy load every day. But to do this, you need to familiarize yourself with the compression classes of medical products made from compression knitwear.

The main risk factor in women is pregnancy. If a woman had varicose veins before pregnancy, then during pregnancy she is recommended to wear special anti-varicose jersey for pregnant women, not lower than the first compression class.

A noticeable load on the veins is exerted by:

• work that requires constant sitting or standing;
• long journeys, flights (when your legs almost go numb, and it is often impossible to stretch or walk);
• fitness classes;
• lifting and carrying heavy objects;
• long walks, hikes.

According to the international standard RAL-GZ 387, there are four compression classes - first, second, third and fourth. Manufacturers of compression products also produce preventive anti-varicose jersey for all people experiencing high loads on the vessels of the legs. The pressure created by preventive socks reaches 15-18 mmHg. It is practically not felt by the skin, but at the same time it supports the veins from excessive stretching and injury.

Preventive anti-varicose jersey is intended for people who do not yet suffer from varicose veins, but:

• have a genetic predisposition to venous pathologies;
• show a tendency to be overweight;
• suffer from constipation;
• blood shows high clotting properties;
• associated with standing work.

Preventive compression socks in such cases prevent the occurrence of chronic vascular insufficiency.

First compression class with a pressure of 18-22 mm Hg is usually intended for that category of patients who experience initial symptoms of varicose veins:

• veins are clearly visible under the skin of the legs;
• spider veins are pronounced;
• stretched areas of veins up to 5 cm;
• feeling of burning, bloating, coldness in the feet and ankles;
• pain in the legs after static load (standing, sitting);
• swelling in the area of ​​the feet or ankles in the evening.

Second compression class with a pressure of 23-32 mm Hg, intended for regular use under the following conditions:

• pain syndrome develops in the calves and feet after static load (standing, sitting);
• areas of vein stretching more than 5 cm;
• multiple dilated veins;
• varicose nodes;
• cramps in the calves at night, accompanied by pain;
• swelling in the area of ​​the foot and ankles (as a symptom of chronic venous insufficiency, or after injury);
• there was surgery on the veins of the legs (including sclerotherapy).

Knitwear third class compression with a distributed pressure of 34-46 mm Hg are used only as prescribed by a phlebologist. Class III compression socks are required in the following cases:

• postthrombotic disease;
• swelling and obvious trophic symptoms;
• thrombosis of deep veins;
• lymphatic and venous insufficiency;
• for compression therapy after operations on the veins of the legs.

Having this information, it will be easier for you to choose the product you need and do everything necessary without reaching the point where you need the help of a surgeon.
How to put on compression socks correctly?

Compression socks are medical products whose beneficial effect is uniform pressure on the surface of the leg. This pressure must be declared by the manufacturer and tested using special equipment.

It means that:

1. Compression socks are quite difficult to put on the leg because they tend to fit very tightly to the surface of the leg.

2. They should not be pulled up too much as the fabric fibers may be destroyed and the beneficial effect will be lost.

Many pharmacies sell special devices for putting on compression stockings. However, in practice they are not always available.

• Pay attention to the condition of your fingernails and toenails. It is preferable that they be trimmed evenly and filed with a nail file.
• Examine the skin on your feet. If there are calluses, corns and rough areas, it is necessary to smooth them out. Such defects can lead to stretch marks and tears in the product. Therefore, the smoother and smoother the surface of the foot, the longer the socks will last.
• It is necessary to remove the rings from your fingers - they can tear the fabric.
• Use gloves. Ordinary medical or household gloves will do - the main thing is that they are securely attached to the hand and do not create inconvenience. As you gain experience using the product, gloves will no longer be necessary. But if you have an expensive manicure and long nails, then you must use gloves!
• Socks should be put on dry, and only on dry skin, to minimize friction when putting them on.
• When putting on the golf, your legs should be rested. It is recommended to lift them above the midline of the body and hold it there for 5-10 minutes. This will reduce swelling and reduce swelling of the veins. People who are recommended to use compression products continuously are advised to put the product on in the morning without getting out of bed. This will optimize golf performance.
• When putting on, your legs should be positioned horizontally or slightly raised. In this case, your legs should not be lowered down.

Do not pull up the edges of these products. Therefore, they are put on from the foot.

The generally accepted method for putting on compression socks is:

1. Turn the golf inside out to the heel.

2. We insert the foot into the footprint and carefully level the fabric so that the foot fits comfortably along the entire length.

3. Then, using our palms, we lightly pull the golf on the leg, while simultaneously turning it to the right side.

4. We level the compression socks from the ankle to the knee. Straighten any wrinkles if they appear. It takes a little practice, but over time you will learn to do it quickly and correctly - the main thing is to understand the principle.

Please be patient when putting on compression stockings. This recommendation especially applies to persons using products of the second compression class and higher. Treat putting on knee socks like light morning exercise.

Important! If your doctor has prescribed you knee socks of the third or fourth class of compression, then it is better to buy a special device for putting them on at the pharmacy, since it will be extremely difficult to do without them.

How to extend the life of compression socks?

There are a number of rules, the observance of which will maximize the service life of products made from compression knitwear:

• Daily washing of golf socks is mandatory. This is necessary because dust particles, sebum and exfoliating skin particles have a mechanical effect on knitwear, making it unusable faster than even detergents.
• It is recommended to wash compression socks by hand using mild detergents, such as baby soap.
• The use of rinses and conditioners is not recommended as they tend to destroy the fabric, resulting in loss of compression effect.
• It is not recommended to dry socks in a suspended state, as well as with a stream of hot air, in the sun or in a radiator. After washing, the knee socks are carefully, without twisting, wrung out in a towel, leveled and placed on a flat surface.
• Compression hosiery should not be heated above 40°C, much less boiled. Also, knee socks should not be bleached or ironed.
• You should not take your knee socks to the dry cleaner.
• Silicone rubber bands found on golf socks from some manufacturers should not be allowed to come into contact with water. To clean them, use a cotton cloth soaked in alcohol.

Let's take a closer look at the above rules:1. How to wash compression socks with silicone rubber without getting water on it?

This is not an easy matter. Using a thin elastic band or thread, pinch the stocking 2 centimeters below the silicone elastic. This tightening during washing will not allow water to penetrate into the silicone-coated part. We carefully wash everything below the knot by hand so that water does not penetrate above it. This way you can keep the silicone dry. Then we treat the gum with a solution of alcohol, removing sebum, and possibly drops of water and detergent.

Attention: If you do not remove fat from the silicone layer, it first prevents the silicone from adhering to the skin, and after a while it destroys it. Detergents reduce the elasticity and softness of silicone.

2. If funds allow, purchase two pairs of golf. Not immediately, but after some time. And wear them every other day. Wear one pair of compression socks, the other, washed and dried, rests. In this way, you can use two pairs of golf in a time that would take you in turn to buy 3-4 pairs.

3. Read all manufacturer's recommendations for caring for the product. All recommendations must be followed without exception. One systematic violation can render all other efforts useless. Subsequently, a fairly expensive product will last no more than two months.

What knee socks should I wear in summer?

Many people who have used anti-varicose socks from various manufacturers in the summer season claim that at temperatures above 20

It gets hot in them.

This happens because medical compression socks are made from artificial materials, which traditionally do not provide adequate ventilation and do not absorb moisture.

Unfortunately, natural materials are not suitable for providing the required compression.

Summer compression socks should be transparent, thin and invisible to others.

However, here manufacturers are faced with a problem - compression knitwear must be dense to provide the necessary compression. It is thanks to the required density of the fabric that a long-lasting compression effect is ensured.

Soon, manufacturers found a compromise - they began producing lightweight summer compression socks. But their compression class can only be the first.

If we consider that many patients who need to regularly wear anti-varicose socks completely refuse them in the summer, just when exacerbations occur, then class I high-quality compression is undoubtedly preferable to nothing at all.

Some companies produce compression socks with an open toe - this also increases leg ventilation.

In case of varicose veins of the I-II degree, there will be no harm in this. That is, if you were forced to go to bed wearing anti-varicose socks, because... there was no opportunity to remove them, nothing bad would happen. At the same time, there will be no benefit in this. The valves of the leg veins are subject to stress when the legs assume a vertical position. In a horizontal position of the legs, with varicose veins of degrees I-II, there is no load on the veins.

The use of knee socks during sleep may be necessary for varicose veins of the III-IV degree, when large vascular nodes and complications of the disease form: thrombosis, thrombophlebitis, trophic ulcers.

If there is a need for surgical removal of pathological veins, prior to the operation, wearing compression stockings around the clock is prescribed. Of course, in such cases, sleeping in anti-varicose socks is not only possible, but also necessary.

The answer to this question is often of interest to people who are indicated to use anti-varicose jersey, but for one reason or another they do not use it regularly.

Swelling is one of the main symptoms of varicose veins. And it is to eliminate swelling, as well as to prevent other manifestations of varicose veins, that compression socks are used.

To eliminate the possibility of edema developing, knee socks are put on in the morning, without getting out of bed, and worn all day.

But what to do if swelling has already appeared? Does it make sense to wear knee socks? The answer is clear - it definitely won’t get worse. It is not only possible to wear them, but it is also preferable. Another thing is that putting compression socks on swollen legs is much more difficult. This especially applies to socks of compression classes II and III. For such cases, there is a special device for putting them on, which can be bought at a pharmacy or medical supply store.

Just half an hour after putting on the compression socks, you will feel that the swelling is gradually going down. This occurs as a result of restoration of the functions of venous valves, outflow of blood and lymph.

Manufacturers of medical products made from compression hosiery produce not only knee socks, but also stockings, tights and bandages. Therefore, consumers are often interested in what is better and what to choose in their individual case? In this case, we will compare compression stockings and compression socks.

Actually, these products serve the same purpose. They are designed to slow down or prevent the progression of varicose veins, eliminate blood stagnation and swelling of the legs.

The main difference is the height of the products: the golf ends under the knee, and the stocking ends much higher.

Some stockings may reach the crotch, or be secured with a special belt at the waist.

Stockings are available for men and women. Women's stockings are usually more sheer and are decorated with various patterns to make them attractive. The design of men's compression socks is as close as possible to regular men's knitwear. This allows you to make them invisible to others.

Men's stockings are sometimes sold not in pairs, but one at a time - for the right or left leg, secured at the waist.

Also, if necessary, you can make tights from two men's stockings.

It follows from this that when choosing between stockings and knee socks, it is necessary to take into account in which part of the leg the pathological areas are located.

If the symptoms of varicose veins are localized below the knee, then there is no need for stockings - stockings with a certain degree of compression will suit you. They will have an anti-varicose effect throughout the entire leg by restoring the functioning of the muscular-vascular pump.

If the symptoms of varicose veins are noted above the knee, then it is undoubtedly better to buy stockings. This will increase the compression effect. By restoring normal blood flow, the pressure on the venous wall will be significantly reduced, and compression hosiery will support them from the outside.

Which compression socks should I buy? Popular brandsCompression socks Venoteks

Venoteks Therapy brand therapeutic compression hosiery products are the result of more than 20 years of work by the employees of Elastic Therapy Inc. The company has conducted hundreds of clinical trials and is constantly improving technologies for the development and production of the most effective and elegant models of medical anti-varicose knee socks.

Venotex compression socks are characterized by unique therapeutic properties and quality:

• The declared period of therapeutic effect of Venotex golf is 6 months.
• A wide range of golf socks allows you to solve a variety of therapeutic problems.
• A rich product range allows us to satisfy the requirements of most customers.
• The products have received all the necessary international and Russian quality certificates.
• Venotex products are inexpensive. In pharmacies and medical stores, the price of golf socks ranges from 600 to 1,500 rubles.

Venotex products, incl. compression socks, was registered by the federal service "Roszdravnadzor", received the International Certificate ISO 9001-2008 and a certificate of compliance with the state standard of the Russian Federation. In addition, Venotex socks, like all products of this brand, are approved by the Association of Phlebologists of Russia.

Clinical trials of Venotex compression products conducted in clinics around the world, incl. in Russia, demonstrated the high therapeutic effectiveness of anti-varicose socks of this brand.

After analyzing customer reviews, we can conclude that the wear resistance of Venotex golf socks is average. This is especially true when using compression classes 2 and higher.

Compression socks Medi

Medi is one of the largest developers and manufacturers of anti-varicose jersey and prosthetic and orthopedic products on the global market. The main priority of the company since its inception has been high quality products, the use of the latest technologies and satisfaction of all the needs of product buyers.

The quality, effectiveness and safety of anti-varicose products, including compression socks, are recognized by European and international standardization services.

Medi compression socks are true German quality. There is an excellent range of models. The price for various models of Medi golf ranges from 1,400 to 2,600 rubles. Customer reviews are positive. When purchasing socks of the second compression class and higher, you must also purchase a device for putting them on. Without such a device, putting on knee socks will be very difficult.

Other brands of compression socks

What compression socks are best to buy when your eyes run wide from the multitude of manufacturers and the abundance of beautiful products of various designs?

It's really not easy. And it can be very unpleasant when we pay a substantial amount for something that is not really worth it.

Below are descriptions of products from various brands, created based on an analysis of customer reviews:

• Products marked in denies
  Today you can often see knee socks with an anti-varicose effect on the shelves at a price of 150-309 rubles. We do not specifically list brands, since in this case it is not a matter of the manufacturer. These socks find their buyers because they are inexpensive and at the same time look beautiful. Marked in den. Such knee socks are not medical products, since they are not made from medical compression knitwear.
  Be careful! Socks marked in den ("den"), regardless of the manufacturer, do not have medicinal properties.
• Relaxsan (Italy)
  A very popular brand in Russia. And primarily due to its low cost. The average price is 600-1200 rubles. There is a wide selection of knee socks of various designs and compression classes. But in practice they are short-lived and not entirely comfortable. They retain their healing properties for an average of a month.
• ORTO (Spain)
  This is already a high-quality anti-varicose compression knitwear. Located in the middle price category. Golfs will cost from 400 to 700 rubles. When used daily, they retain their healing properties for 3-4 months. But the feet and toes will thin out much earlier. Wear resistance is low.
• Sigvaris (Switzerland)
  These are elite products both in price and quality. Customer reviews are the best. One drawback is the high cost. Golfs of various models cost from 2500 to 3500 rubles. This price is not affordable for every Russian woman.
• Intex (Russia)
  High quality products. Many people who previously used socks from foreign brands have now switched to Intex, and do not regret it. Since this company is Russian, its products are significantly cheaper than imported ones. The price of various models is from 900 to 1400 rubles.

To summarize the above, we can only add that the choice of anti-varicose socks should be approached purely individually. The best choice should take into account a particular life situation.

I decided to try compression socks. I decided to purchase Venoteks brand socks because... they are not very dense, which means they won’t get too hot, and I liked the design. And they cost only 800 rubles, which is somewhat cheaper than other brands. The instructions are detailed and easy to understand - how to put on, how to wash and dry. It also says that they must serve for at least 6 months. I diligently followed all the points of the instructions, but barely a month had passed when rubs appeared on the heels and arrows appeared. There is no doubt - if the integrity of the knee socks is broken, then they are no longer of any use, and I no longer wanted to wear them in this form. As a result, after just a month I threw away my socks. I think it was worth taking the more expensive option.

Olga, 38 years old, Saratov My job forces me to be on my feet all the time. At a certain point, I began to notice the appearance of vascular patterns on my legs. I decided to try wearing compression socks.

Since then I have tried many different brands. Most of all I liked the knee socks from NK LPP FARM (Russia). And first of all the price. Popular brands inflate prices for anti-varicose jersey. And Russian ones compensate for the affordable price with design flaws. But if he wears knee socks under trousers, jeans, etc., design flaws do not matter.

I've been using their socks for 4 years now. They've been through more than one wash and still look great. The seams are high quality, the fabric is excellent, and the effect is obvious.

The only complaint to the manufacturer is that you can’t always find your size.

Information sources:

Determination of compression hosiery sizesCompression classes

Varicose veins manifest themselves as persistent dilation and lengthening of the veins of the lower extremities, which leads to thinning of the vascular walls and the formation of nodes. The development of the disease is also facilitated by weakness of the venous valves, which is a congenital pathology.

Every tenth man and every third woman face similar problems. According to statistical studies, this disease is most common among the population in the age range from 30 to 40 years.

The following prerequisites are distinguished:

• Heredity- the risk of the disease is higher in people whose relatives have experienced varicose veins;
• Pregnancy, as well as the use of hormonal medications can become a sufficient condition for the progression of varicose veins;
• Regularly recurring excess of normal venous pressure, which is associated with a sedentary lifestyle, static loads in an upright position and obesity.

Causes for concern include swelling of the legs at the end of the day, a feeling of heaviness in the calves after prolonged sitting or standing. If varicose veins are to blame, these symptoms usually soften or disappear while walking or sleeping.

More unpleasant manifestations will become bursting pain in the legs, a feeling of heat in the legs and cramps in the calf muscles at night. In addition, red-blue vascular crosshairs and saphenous veins will be visible. They usually get rid of this with the help of medications for varicose veins in the legs.

For the treatment of varicose veins today they are actively using compression jerseys. The practice of using them dates back almost a century, and even today, compression garments do not lose their relevance.

Before the transition to the production of linen using more advanced technology, they used elastic bandages, which have a number of disadvantages:

• Correctly applying them requires skill, which takes time to acquire;
• Violation of temperature and water balance in the skin during warm periods and during prolonged wear;
• It is difficult to achieve the desired compression when fixing on the thigh due to the individuality of its shape in different patients.

Let's figure out which compression underwear is best to choose for varicose veins - stockings, tights, leggings or something else, how to wear it correctly and whether it helps.

The therapeutic effect is due to the fact that when the dilated venous channels are compressed with compression garments, the speed of blood flow through the deep vessels increases. This eliminates blood stagnation.

Moreover, when creating modern products, the anatomical features of the limbs are taken into account: the pressure of the knitwear is reduced, starting from the end of the arm or leg, which is the best way normalizes the movement of venous blood.

If we consider this process in more detail, then It is worth pointing out such positive aspects as:

• Stabilization of the valve apparatus;
• Normalization of the expanded lumen of the saphenous femoral and calf veins, as well as peripheral veins;
• Increasing the influence of muscle loads on pushing blood upward.

However, it must be remembered that underwear (stockings, tights, etc.) for varicose veins is not omnipotent and cannot eliminate the root causes of venous insufficiency. It is used until the stage when only surgery can help.

Among other things, traditional treatment without surgery for varicose veins in the legs should be comprehensive. The effect can be maximized if follow the instructions of your doctor and obtain recommended creams and ointments, and also abandon those that provoke the consolidation of the disease.

Rare treatment methods have no contraindications, and medical knitwear is no exception. Some people are prohibited from such treatment at all, while others you need to wear compression garments carefully, following the instructions of a specialist:

• Under no circumstances You should not wear such underwear if you have orthoarteritis, atherosclerosis, endarteritis and thromboangiitis(obliterating). These chronic diseases lead to a narrowing of the lumen of blood vessels and a drop in systolic pressure to a level unacceptable for wearing tight knitwear;
• People with extremely sensitive skin should use medicinal underwear with care;
• Do not use underwear for inflammatory skin ailments, allergic skin reactions, dermatitis, bedsores, etc.;
• Diabetics should also not use compression garments due to damage to the blood vessels in the legs;
• For impaired circulation caused by septic phlebitis and cardiopulmonary failure Again, you should avoid wearing compression products.

There is an opinion that this type of knitwear becomes the culprit of atrophy of the muscular layer of the vein walls, which leads to the inability of blood vessels to withstand blood pressure without the help of shapewear. People who hold this point of view came to it due to an incorrect interpretation of the sensations that arise when wearing underwear.

To dispel any doubts, it is enough familiarize yourself with the following facts:

• The underwear is not intended to be worn around the clock;
• In veins experiencing compression, blood flow does not stop, but only decreases;
• Atrophy of the muscle layer develops as a result of genetic predisposition, as well as local inflammation during venous stagnation in the vein. And these processes, on the contrary, are leveled out with the help of linen;
• The initial deterioration in well-being is explained not by atrophy and the development of varicose veins, but by an unstable decrease in the tone of the vein wall.

• Compression no more than 23 mm. rt. Art. Recommended for detecting primary symptoms of varicose veins;
• Compression ~ 33 mm. rt. Art. Used for thrombophlebitis and varicose veins of moderate severity;
• Compression close to 45 units corresponds to severe venous insufficiency;
• Compression of more than 50 units best helps eliminate swelling and normalize lymph outflow.

Types of linen and determination of optimal sizes (in centimeters):

• Knee socks- due to the ease of wearing with trousers, they are perfect for men. Measurements: the circumference of the lower leg is measured along the widest part, under the knee, as well as the distance from the foot to the knee bend;
• Stockings orthopedic (compression) - a convenient solution for varicose veins for pregnant women and those whose problem area is not above the knee. Measurements: in addition to the measurements used in the case of knee socks, you need to determine the hip circumference at 25 cm from the knee. The distance from this level to the foot is also measured;
• Tights- easy to remove, but when putting it on you need to make an effort; should end exactly at the waist and fit tightly around the legs. Measurements: repeating the above, you should measure the circumference of your hips and waist;
• Sleeves- relevant for purulent processes of soft tissues and dermatitis of the hands;
• Gaiters- more durable than stockings and tights (they lack the part covering the fingers, which wears out quickly). Designed for those whose problem area is not so extensive.
• Elastic bandage- the most affordable, but at the same time extremely inconvenient to handle type of product.

• The degree of compression of the product must correspond to the doctor’s instructions;
• Sutures should not protrude, otherwise irritation cannot be avoided;
• Consider products that meet the RAL-GZ 387 standard and are manufactured only by certified companies;
• The linen must have a mark stating that the material does not contain allergens;
• The degree of compression is calculated not in den, but in mm. rt. Art. Incorrect indication of the value is a sign of counterfeit.

Now you know how to choose the right compression garments for varicose veins, use the information wisely!

This illustration will help you roughly evaluate the rules for putting on underwear:

Some rules must be followed:

• Any type of product is put on immediately after sleep, without getting out of bed;
• This should be done carefully and slowly;
• Having previously assembled the upper part into an accordion, you need to insert your palms into the “sock” and carefully pull it onto your foot;
• Gradually straightening the product, you should put it on completely;
• The tights are put on while lying down, for which the pelvis is raised as it approaches the belt.

There are also special devices designed to help those who have difficulty putting on underwear for varicose veins.

And in conclusion, we suggest watching a video about this treatment method:

Medical knitwear alone is not capable of eliminating the manifestations of varicose veins.: complex therapy is required. By paying attention to all aspects of treatment, you will achieve the desired result.

Varicose veins are not only unsightly, but also dangerous to health and even life. A venous network in the legs, in the absence of adequate treatment, can soon lead to complications such as thrombosis, trophic ulcers, and bleeding. Therefore, it is very important to start therapy as early as possible and get rid of the disease. The first path to a successful recovery is to purchase such a necessary product as compression garments for varicose veins. What is the best product to buy so that the effect is achieved and money is not wasted? This is exactly what will be discussed in the article. We’ll also find out what types of therapeutic knitwear are available, as well as how to properly put on special tights or stockings.

Impact

Compression garments affect a person’s lower limbs in the following ways:

It supports and compresses dilated veins. Due to this, the blood flow is redistributed from dilated veins to healthy ones.

This type of underwear improves blood circulation.

When properly selected and worn correctly, such knitwear reduces the risk of blood clots.

This underwear is an excellent, safe and simple method. At the same time, this therapeutic knitwear allows you to maintain veins in a natural state.

Classification

It is very difficult to choose compression garments for varicose veins. Which medical underwear is best for a particular person depends on the condition of the patient’s legs. Therefore, a person should select knitwear only with the help of a doctor.

In general, therapeutic underwear against varicose veins is divided into 4 types:

1. Sick leave, which is used only in inpatient settings.
2. Medicinal.
3. Prophylactic.
4. For athletes.

Also, therapeutic underwear is distinguished by types of weaving, material and degree of pressure.

Therapeutic knitwear for pregnant women

Often girls who carry babies in their bellies have problems with veins in their legs, which is why they also need to buy compression garments for varicose veins. What is the best medical underwear during pregnancy and when to start wearing it? It is better to purchase such knitwear from the first trimester, even if there are no obvious signs of varicose veins. True, in this case you need to use preventive knitwear. And in the second or third trimester, you need to take advantage of the recommendations of gynecologists and purchase high-quality medical underwear. The fact is that compression hosiery for expectant mothers differs from other types of medical products.

So, for pregnant women, it will be mandatory to have an elastic bandage at the top of the tights. The main function of this elastic, tight-fitting sewn-in bandage is to support the abdomen without compressing it. Also, from fabrics with increased breathability, it is necessary to make compression underwear for pregnant women for varicose veins. What is the best therapeutic underwear for pregnant women to choose? Most often, pregnant girls prefer wearing special stockings. And they choose them because their weekly growing belly simply no longer fits into the leggings of the tights. And you can choose stockings without any problems, taking into account the physiological characteristics of a woman’s body, as well as her own wishes and preferences. In turn, hosiery for pregnant women can be as follows:

1. Open toe.
2. Classic model.
3. On a corset belt with Velcro.
4. With rubber band made of silicone.

How to wear it correctly?

Therapeutic knitwear is an expensive pleasure, and if you put stockings or tights on your legs incorrectly, you can easily tear them. Therefore, it is very important to wear compression garments correctly for varicose veins. How to use it so that it helps? Unlike ordinary tights, when putting on therapeutic knitted tights you need to follow certain rules:

1. Any type of compression garment - knee socks - should be pulled on immediately after sleep. Knitwear should be put on while lying down.
2. This is done carefully, slowly, without stretching the product or twisting it.
3. First you need to collect the upper part of the knitwear into an accordion.
4. It is convenient to take them and carefully put them on your foot.
5. Gradually you need to straighten the product, pulling it onto your shin.
6. Therapeutic knitwear should also be worn on the hips in a lying position, while the torso should be raised as the product approaches the waist.

Simplifying the procedure for putting on underwear

In fact, pulling on therapeutic tights and stockings is not an easy task. To make it easier, you can buy a special plastic device called Medi Butler. Such devices make it easier to put on compression garments. It is important to choose the right device, because it is divided into 4 types:

1. For people with limited agility, the Longo series is suitable.
2. Men and women with large dimensions will need a device from the Big series.
3. For people who travel frequently, they need a device that takes up little space. In this case, the Travel series device is suitable.
4. There is also a device with a sliding mechanism called the Hospital Butler.

Popular manufacturers of therapeutic linen

Today, the consumer can independently choose for himself a suitable manufacturer of such a product as compression garments for varicose veins. Which company is better can be determined by the person himself by trying this or that item. After all, such medical products differ in design, wear resistance, and price. And a person cannot always afford to buy expensive tights, then he focuses on other indicators. The most popular manufacturers are companies such as Relaxsan, Intex, Orto, Medi, Sigvaris.

Relaxsan company

This is an Italian manufacturer that can offer people models of different designs and any compression class. The lingerie from this company is quite affordable. The maximum price of tights does not exceed 1,300 rubles. The disadvantage of this company's products is the fragility of the product, since compression lasts no more than 1 month. Also, some people note slight discomfort while wearing tights or stockings, as well as their rapid wear.

Firm "Intex"

This is a Russian company that supplies underwear for varicose veins at a relatively low price. Compression knitwear creates excellent compression and is highly wear-resistant. The cost of linen from Intex ranges from 800-1300 rubles. At this price you can buy knitwear made of good fabric, with appropriate impact and quality seams. Lingerie from this company can be worn for 1 year without loss of properties.

Manufacturer Orto

This is a Spanish company that sells. On average, the cost of such a product ranges from 900-1300 rubles. The downside of such stockings is that they quickly wear out your heels. However, the underwear of this company in all other respects has an excellent therapeutic effect.

Medi Company

This is a compression garment that produces high quality compression hosiery. True, the price of the products is also quite high. On average, you need to pay about 4 thousand rubles for stockings. This company has a variety of lingerie designs. The advantage of knitwear from this manufacturer is the long wearing time, as well as the preservation of compression.

Sigvaris company

This is a Swiss company that produces expensive but high-quality compression garments. The cost of therapeutic knitted tights is about 6 thousand rubles. Excellent design, excellent tailoring, long wearing time - these are the advantages of therapeutic stockings from Sigvaris - compression underwear for varicose veins. Which is better, a photo of the knitwear that Russians choose can be seen in this article. But we cannot help but mention that people think about therapeutic tights and stockings from various companies.

Compression garments for varicose veins: which is better? User reviews

People are delighted with the knitted products of the Russian company Intex. Firstly, many people like the long service life of tights and stockings. Secondly, many women note that this manufacturer has a large range of products: there are all sorts of product colors for every taste, any compression class (from 1 to 4). People are also captivated by the cost of knitwear. After all, it is much lower than that of other well-known manufacturers. And all because the linen is made in Russia, that is, it does not pass customs control. Therefore, there is no cheating on it. Russians willingly support the national manufacturer and believe that inexpensive medical knitwear from Intex is in no way inferior to the same product from other organizations such as Sigvaris or Medi.

There are only positive reviews about Sigvaris. So, people who bought compression underwear from this company note that the manufacturer thought through everything down to the smallest detail: they made knitwear for both summer (so as not to be hot) and for winter. I also made sure that the heel did not wear off, making it secure. In addition, the manufacturer came up with a special perforation to prevent the skin from sweating. The only disadvantage of this company's products is their high cost. Not everyone can afford to buy such underwear.

People have different opinions about Medi tights. Some recommend it, others don't. Those people who do not like tights from this company note that the quality of the products used to be better, but over time it has deteriorated. If earlier it was possible to wear such knitwear for a long time and there were no puffs or arrows on it, now this is a trivial matter. But given the high cost of such a medical product, it is simply unacceptable for an arrow to appear after wearing it three times.

And yet, you need to answer the question: “What is the best compression garment for varicose veins?” Feedback from people indicates that knitwear from the Russian company Intex is the best option for value for money.

Therapeutic socks

A strong half of humanity also suffers from varicose veins, but men go to doctors much less often than women. But even for them, manufacturers make special therapeutic knitwear - compression underwear for varicose veins. What is the best underwear for men and how to choose it? In fact, the issue of beauty for the stronger half of humanity fades into the background. After all, men still wear such underwear under their trousers. Therefore, many manufacturers focus on the quality and comfort of the product. Therapeutic knee socks are designed for men and do not differ in appearance from ordinary socks. Many again choose Intex, but this does not mean that other manufacturers have poor quality. It’s just that this Russian company offers goods cheaper than those of foreign competitors. Most often, athletes, drivers, and office workers turn to compression garments.

Compression garments for varicose veins: how to choose the size for a therapeutic effect?

Before you go to the store for knitted tights or stockings, you need to visit a phlebologist. A specialist must examine the patient’s feet, make a diagnosis and help choose the right product. With recommendations from the doctor, the person is already heading to the store. There he is asked to measure his legs in 4 places: the volume of the lower leg, thigh, ankle, as well as the length of the leg from heel to groin. If all measurements are taken, then the tights will be selected correctly.

It is also necessary to select the compression class recommended by the doctor. And there are four of them. The first class is the thinnest, and the fourth, accordingly, is the densest.

Many people are interested in the questions: “Is it possible to choose compression garments for yourself for varicose veins? How to choose a size if you are encountering such therapeutic knitwear for the first time?” There is no need to purchase such a product yourself, even if you read enough information about this underwear on the Internet before going to the store. Only the help of a specialist will allow a person to truly choose tights and stockings that will have a healing effect.

Duration of wearing

Many people are interested in the question: “How to wear compression garments for varicose veins, for how long?” Only a doctor can answer this question, because it is he who prescribes medicinal knitwear. So, if as a preventive measure, then it is enough to put on tights or stockings during the day and take them off at night. Typically, the duration of wearing in this case is no more than 3 months. If you need to use knitwear for the treatment of varicose veins, then the phlebologist himself selects the optimal wearing period, as well as the specific model of the product. Usually, after six months, a specialist advises you to come to him for an appointment, where he will already decide on the advisability of further wearing such underwear. There are also hospital compression stockings. It is used a few days before surgery, as well as for 3 weeks after it.

Conclusion

This article introduced the reader to such an important item of clothing for some people as compression garments for varicose veins. Which one is better also became clear. In terms of price-quality ratio, knitwear from the Russian company Intex wins. But all the same, if a person chooses the wrong product size and does not take into account the doctor’s wishes, then even the most expensive underwear will be useless.

There are several methods to combat the disease, including the use of compression garments.

Compression socks: features of the therapeutic effect

Having a compression effect, they can easily cope with this circulatory disorder at any stage of the disease. Before wondering how to choose compression socks, it is advisable to familiarize yourself with the features of this therapeutic effect.

Venous dilatation of the veins occurs when the vascular wall stretches and blood stagnates in it. To avoid blood stagnation, it is necessary to maintain healthy blood vessels. The main purpose of compression garments is to prevent stretching of the walls of the blood vessels in the legs. Wearing anti-varicose socks allows you to restore blood flow and normalize vascular tone.

How to choose compression socks for women and men

If the methods used did not help get rid of varicose veins, you should find out how to choose knee socks for varicose veins. It is recommended that such underwear be used even by athletes, so that during sports the load on the legs is distributed evenly.

• Determine the appropriate size; you cannot wear loose or tight underwear, it will not have a therapeutic effect, but will only worsen the condition of the veins.
• Choose the appropriate class of compression garments by seeking help from a specialist or doing it yourself.
• You should know that medicinal underwear is not marked in dens, like regular women's hosiery.
• Products must be of high quality and meet international standards for compression clothing. Based on these standards, compression should be measured in millimeters of mercury - mHg. Art., or mm Hg.
• High-quality compression products are always expensive. The high price is due not only to the therapeutic effect, but also to the materials used in their production. Knee socks are made from wear-resistant materials that do not cause allergic reactions. The production process is carried out on special equipment using expensive technologies.

They are made separately for men, women and expectant mothers. Most often, experts are asked the question of how to choose compression socks for women, since women suffer more from varicose veins than men. In fact, choosing knee socks for women is much easier, since there are a huge number of different women's models available in different colors.

Men will have a more difficult time in this regard, since such products are presented in limited quantities, because only 10% of men suffer from varicose veins. When choosing this underwear for men, it is important to consider not only the degree of effectiveness of using therapeutic clothing, but also such an indicator as ease of wearing. In addition, knee socks should not be visible from under clothing.

There are also some tips on how to choose knee socks for varicose veins for pregnant women. Manufacturers of hosiery produce knee socks designed for women during pregnancy, taking into account the physiological processes occurring in their bodies. In pregnant women, a large load falls on the circumference of the lower leg and ankle, so it is in these areas that the effect of maximum compression is ensured.

Compression socks for varicose veins: how to choose a compression class

One of the most important things to consider when choosing compression garments is the compression rating. Before purchasing such clothing, you need to consult with a specialist, because only he will determine the stage of varicose veins and recommend the appropriate compression class.

How to choose anti-varicose socks, taking into account the compression class?

You can independently determine the compression class, without contacting a specialist, using the following tips:

Preventive compression garments. It should be worn by those who do not yet have varicose veins, but are predisposed to this disorder. This is facilitated by genetic predisposition, excess body weight, and prolonged standing. Preventive underwear supports the veins and exerts pressure equal to 15-18 mmHg.

First grade. Using underwear of this class, a pressure of 18-22 mmHg will be applied to the legs. If you wear Class 1 compression socks for just a few hours a day, you will soon experience noticeable improvements. This type of compression socks is recommended for people with the first symptoms of varicose veins - spider veins, clearly visible veins, pain and heaviness in the legs.

Second class. Experts recommend this category of compression garments to be worn by people who have noticeable varicose veins on their legs, periodic cramps, pain after a long stay in an upright position, large vein stretches - more than 5 cm. Second class knee socks exert a pressure of 23-32 mm Hg on their legs. .st., it is enough to relieve pain and eliminate signs of the disease.

Third class. Socks with a compression effect of this class can only be worn after being prescribed by a phlebologist. The underwear exerts a high level of pressure - 34-46 mmHg, so they can be worn only in extreme cases. They are prescribed for venous thrombosis and post-thrombotic disease, venous insufficiency and trophic symptoms. Socks with a third class compression effect are also recommended for people who have undergone surgery on the veins of the legs.

Knowing how to choose a class of compression socks, you can stop the disease at a certain stage of its development in time. It is recommended to wear underwear with a compression effect not only for varicose veins, but also for thrombophlebitis. That is why the question of how to choose compression socks for thrombophlebitis is relevant. For this disease, specialists, as a rule, prescribe wearing underwear of the second or third class of compression.

How to choose the size of compression socks for varicose veins and thrombophlebitis

How to choose the size of compression socks for varicose veins is perhaps the most difficult task. To accurately determine the size, you need to take the appropriate measurements.

If you don’t know how to choose the size of compression socks for varicose veins, take the following measurements:

• measurement a– it is done on the ankle, slightly above the bone;
• measurement b– carried out at the widest point of the ankle.

Having received this data, you can use the table on how to choose the size of compression socks for varicose veins:

Many products for this purpose also indicate the shoe size. When purchasing such products that have a therapeutic effect, experts recommend giving preference to the brands Ventex, Copper, and Sigvaris.

Today, compression products are incredibly popular. Many people are so surprised by the results of their use that they wear them almost constantly. Others, on the contrary, are very critical of such products and refuse to follow the phlebologist’s instructions. What are compression stockings, what is the essence of anti-varicose underwear, and can you buy it at the pharmacy?

What are compression stockings

Medical therapeutic and prophylactic products made of elastic material that have a therapeutic effect on the legs and veins of the lower extremities are called compression stockings. In most cases, they are recommended to be worn at the first signs of varicose veins, which is why they are also called anti-varicose veins. They replaced elastic bandages, which are impractical to use. Anti-varicose stockings do not cause allergies, are well ventilated, effective, and differ little in appearance from ordinary ones.

Compression levels

Products differ in compression level, each has its own specific class. They are divided according to the force with which they can pull. Each degree has its own characteristics:

• First class compression is 23 mm Hg. Art. These products are recommended for people with spider veins on the skin, and if the work involves constant impact on the legs, fatigue is felt at the end of the day.
• Compression class 2 underwear exerts a pressure of about 33 mmHg. Art. It is prescribed for thrombophlebitis and developing varicose veins.
• Compression level 3 products have a pressure of up to 46 mmHg. Art., and is prescribed for venous insufficiency.
• For class 4, compression is more than 50 mmHg. st (maximum pressure). These stockings are prescribed by a doctor to reduce swelling and normalize lymph circulation.

A person can choose a 1st class medical device on his own, without doctor’s recommendations, without making a mistake in choosing the size. You can purchase the correct products of the 2nd and 3rd compression classes together with a phlebologist. Class 4 products can only be purchased with a prescription, and only in pharmacies that sell products with orthopedic effects. The doctor will tell you not only the right model, but also the rules for caring for such products.

Indications for use

Experts are of the opinion that compression products should be worn both to prevent varicose veins and at the first signs of it. Buying stockings for surgery is also sometimes necessary, when agreed with the doctor. Indications for their use are:

• manifestation of the vascular network;
• constant work on your feet;
• pregnancy;
• discomfort when walking, decompression illnesses;
• the appearance of edema;
• phlebeurysm;
• rehabilitation postoperative period.

Contraindications

There are a number of cases when compression products must be used with caution, under the supervision of the attending physician. It is strictly forbidden to use such products in the development of chronic diseases of the arteries of the legs, which arose due to a decrease in the lumen of blood vessels with a pressure below 80 mm. rt. Art.: aortoarteritis, atherosclerosis, endarteritis. Relative contraindications include:

• eczema;
• necrosis;
• open wounds;
• dermatitis;
• heart failure;
• diabetes.

How to wear compression stockings correctly

Recommendations for putting on compression garments can be given by doctors, or you can study them yourself in the instructions. It is recommended to put on stockings after sleep, without getting out of bed. The main thing is to distribute the stocking correctly, because the level of compression and treatment depend on this. When first used, there may be unusual sensations of squeezing and cold. This is normal, because venous blood flow accelerates, the walls of the veins are aligned. After 2-3 days the limbs get used to it. The stocking should be positioned evenly across the entire leg, providing the correct degree of compression.

The dressing procedure takes about 15 minutes. If the size is chosen correctly, but it is difficult to do it yourself, then use a special device for putting this knitwear on the lower limbs. It is easier to put on special silk gloves, which are not recommended for use for any other purpose. The length of time you wear stockings depends on the specialist’s prescription. For sports activities, it is recommended to wear them throughout the entire training session. Pregnant women can use the products throughout the entire period of pregnancy and postpartum.

Rules for caring for stockings

Stockings for varicose veins should be washed daily. Preference should be given to hand washing in warm water, without using washing powders or soap. To ensure that the product does not lose its shape and properties, it must be dried with a towel. Medical knitwear cannot be boiled, twisted, ironed, or dried on a radiator. Stain removers and other chemicals should not be used, as they can damage the fiber structure of the product, and it will lose its healing properties.

How to choose compression stockings

In order to select the right high-quality compression products, you need to take individual measurements from the patient: the dimensions of the hips (5 cm below the gluteal cavity), calves, ankles, height from the floor to the hips. Particular attention should be paid to.