Compression socks are one of the measures aimed at preventing and preventing varicose manifestations. From the Latin language the word "varicose veins" is translated as "bloating" and is characterized by impaired blood circulation of the lower extremities. This pathology is common in both men and women. The disease develops due to a decrease in the elasticity of the blood vessels of the lower extremities. Stretched walls provoke stagnation of venous blood flow, which leads to swelling of the legs, pain, severity, and subsequently the formation of blood clots.
Statistics show that women are more susceptible to the disease. About 250 thousand people living in Russia die every year from this ailment. The easiest way to prevent the disease is to use knitwear with compression properties. It includes: stockings, tights, knee-highs. Of course, few representatives of the strong half of humanity will agree to wear pantyhose and stockings, but compression socks for men will be the best choice for impaired blood flow in the legs. Such a product can also be used by athletes to maintain normal muscles during training.
Features of compression underwear
With the aim of therapeutic prevention of venous changes in the network of pharmacy kiosks, compression socks for men and women can be purchased. It is this type of medical knitwear that helps reduce pain and discomfort with varicose veins.
Medical knitwear, supporting the walls of blood vessels, does not allow:
- their stretching;
- normalizes vascular tone;
- contributes to a more complete outflow of lymph;
- eliminates swelling and pain in the lower extremities.
If your feet hoot after a working day, your legs swell, then it's time to think about acquiring such a knitwear.
How to choose a product
Before deciding on a specific product, you should consult with a specialist vessel, who will determine the need to wear such a knitwear. The choice of such products both in pharmacies and in sports stores is quite large, while few know that there are certain parameters by which compression socks are selected. The classes by which the product is designated are related to the degree of compression effect.
Prescribing medical knitwear
Compression underwear is available for several purposes:
- preventive;
- sports;
- medical.
Wearing preventive knitwear will prevent the development of complications with veins, its fabric on the foot is made of ordinary material. It is recommended to wear such a product periodically.
Men's compression socks, used for medicinal purposes, must be worn constantly. Their wearing is prescribed by the doctor, having detected venous changes in the limbs. Such knee-high socks are made of compacted material. When used, they help to keep the blood vessels of the legs in good shape, creating a certain pressure in the leg section.
Compression socks (for men) are used in sports. They are suitable for people with an active lifestyle, traveling and spending a lot of time on their feet. The design of the products is distinguished by the brightness of the color scheme. Compression socks (male and female) are often used by hikers, athletes and climbers. Made products from a material characterized by strength and elasticity. The effect of compression is evenly distributed over the surface of the entire leg.
Determine the size and effect of supporting the legs
Compression socks (male and female) are a means of therapeutic effect, and correctly selected size will help to achieve the necessary therapeutic effect. Before buying knitwear, at home, take a foot measurement using a normal centimeter. Measure the girth of the ankle in the area just above the bone, the girth of the lower leg in its widest place, the length of the foot. Based on measurements, pharmacy workers will help you choose the right product. Choose only compression socks that are precisely sized for you. Otherwise, they will not fulfill their therapeutic functions.
For example, a product labeled “Compression Men's Socks (Grade 2)” indicates that knitwear has a compression pressure of 23-32 mmHg and is necessary for obvious manifestations of varicose veins with pronounced external changes in the veins. The product is accompanied by instructions on how to put it on. Please note what material the product is made of, this indicator will affect the long-term service of the acquisition. Lingerie made of nylon, microfiber, lycra and cotton will be used for a long time and will not require special care.
Contraindications
Problems with veins in the legs can occur at any age, unfortunately, this disease "gets younger" every year. But there are a number of contraindications to wearing such underwear. It is strictly forbidden to people with diseases:
- osteoarthritis;
- atherosclerosis;
- endarteritis;
- thromboangiitis.
Only after consultation with a doctor is it allowed to wear compression socks (male and female) with the following manifestations:
- eczema
- open wounds;
- in the presence of inflammation on the skin;
- heart failure;
- with signs of septic change;
- with hypersensitivity.
Terms of use
Initially, you will need to learn how to wear linen correctly, but subsequently, the acquired skill will help to cope with this easily and simply.
- Wear knitwear in the morning in a prone position.
- Feet should be dry and without obvious defects (wounds, scuffs, calluses).
- You should not stretch the product, it is better to choose the tactics of the “snake skin”, gradually pulling the stocking or golf, assembled in an accordion.
If the size of the product is selected exactly, then wearing compression hosiery will not bring any additional inconvenience.