![]() ![]() When your ankles and feet swell, that is their cry for help. Increased circulation decreases swelling and increases blood flow, this reduces the feeling of heavy and achy legs. Typically, 30-40 mmHg comes at the recommendation of a doctor but has been used for Edema. For mild edema 15-20 mmHg is recommended, for more moderate cases 20-30 mmHg. ![]() ![]() Our socks come in 15-20 mmHg, 20-30 mmHg, and 30-40 mmHg. With Edema, poor circulation leads to fluids leaking from your veins into your muscles, causing swelling.ĭepending on the severity of your edema, you may need to consider different levels of compression in order to treat it. The graduated compression that we discussed before helps to support your veins. This fluid retention is medically referred to as Edema, and Doctors often prescribe compression socks for Edema. Reduce Swelling and Fluid RetentionĪnother benefit of improving circulation is decreasing swelling and fluid retention. Compression socks help your body to circulate more efficiently and increase energy throughout the day. When you sit all day at a desk or stand all day on your feet, you make it harder on your body to circulate blood. Graduated compressions' whole purpose is to increase circulation, thus improving energy levels in the body. Oxygen is needed by your muscles to make energy and increase ATP (energy). Blood circulates throughout your body to deposit oxygen where it is needed and thus refresh your muscles. This improvement in circulation contributes to many benefits seen all around your body! As a refresher on high school science class, blood is the vessel that oxygen travels on to get to the muscles and organs in your body. I mentioned before that compression socks improve blood flow through therapeutic tightness along your leg. We dispense medical grade equipment with care because we care. To request an appointment with our Nurse, please fill out the consultation form below or call us at 61 to get started.Ĭlick here to fill out the consultation form.What are the Benefits of Compression Socks? Energize Your Legs Compression socks shouldn’t be a ‘grab and go’ purchase like regular socks, because they are not like regular socks. If our Nurse suspects any underlying conditions that should be addressed with your doctor or nurse practitioner before starting compression therapy, or that you would benefit from a different grade stocking depending on your leg’s health, she will communicate with them with your consent. Yes, this might take some time but it is crucial to take this extra time to ensure that we are taking the proper course of treatment! ![]() Our compression therapy appointment includes a health history review, an assessment of your lower limbs, proper measurements, additional testing if required and health teaching. Purchasing compression socks for the wrong reasons without a proper assessment can do more harm than good. Different conditions require different compression garments, and our Nurse has the expertise to help you choose the right product for you. There can be many reasons behind swollen legs, skin changes to the lower limbs, etc. Our Registered Nurse is specialized in lower limb and foot care and is certified in compression garment fitting for vascular and lymphatic conditions. This is why we value the importance of providing a consultation and an assessment with our Registered Nurse prior to your compression therapy purchase. We believe in delivering exceptional patient care. ![]()
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