Compression stockings (also called as Support hoses) are generally worn to {prevent|stop|avoid|avert} leg enlargement and to {maintain|uphold|preserve} the circulation of blood through the veins. It {help| relief| support}s in {prevent|stop|avoid|avert}ing the {formation|configuration|arrangement} of blood clot in the leg veins, leg ulcers and varicose veins. Nowadays {doctor|physician|surgeon} prefers their patients to use compression stockings. These stockings are {available|offered|accessible} for both men and women.

Usage of support hoses

It is mainly used to {prevent|stop|avoid|avert} from DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis). DVT is the state where blood clots are {formed|shaped|fashioned} deep in the leg veins. These blood clots if got {separated|alienated|divided} freely in to the blood, it may {travel|journey|go} to heart and {stop|end|finish} it by blocking an artery.
Leg ulcers are the {loss|deficiency|absence} of skin especially {near|close to| next to} the ankle. It may also {lead|drect|head} to few problem related to leg veins. The support hoses also {avoid|prevent|dodge} varicose veins and oedema which may {cause|lead to|initiate} heart {disease|sickness|illness} and failure.

Working of Compression Stockings

Support hoses which are normally called as gradation compression stockings are used to {apply|utilize|direct} {pressure|force|weight} over the veins of the legs. They provide maximum {pressure|force|weight} around the ankle and the {pressure|force|weight} {decreases|reduces|lowers} gradually along the legs till knee. This exert {pressure|force|weight} {pumps|drives|forces} the blood naturally in the parts of the leg.

The significance of this {compression|density|solidity} {technique|method|practice} depends on the class of compression stockings. It has three types of classes from Class I to III. The amount of {pressure|force|weight} applied across the leg increase from class I to class III.

Material of support hoses

Support hoses are {made|prepared|finished} of either {elastic|flexible?resilient} materials of fabrics or rubber. It compresses the limbs and {enhances|improves|develops} the blood flow. The {pressure|force|weight} of the stockings is measure by the unit mmHg. 10-20 mmHg are the basic stockings that don’t require any prescription. For {pressure|force|weight} level above 20 mmHg needs proper consulting from physician.

Styles of Stockings

It {comprise|includes|consist} of three styles of Support hoses. Knee {high|in height}, Thigh {high|in height} and Pantyhose are the style which depicts the level of the stockings worn.

Maintenance of compression stockings

Stockings must be {preserved|conserved|potted} to {avoid|evade|prevent} skin from getting affected. You need to {follow|adhere to|stick to} few instructions as discussed below.

– Keep a {set|collection|group} of stockings as spare from the one that is under use.
– {Wash|clean|rinse} the stockings with hot water, preferably 40 C. It can be washed even in machine.
– The {efficiency|effectiveness|competence} will {decrease|lessen|diminish} by wiring the stockings.
– Should not be {exposed|open|uncovered} to heat which may spoil the plastic and {damage|injure|harm} the elastic property.
– Should be roll down as it will affect the effectiveness and {limit|control|check} the blood flow
– Ointments and lotions should {not|never} be applied in and {around|surrounding|covering} the stockings.
– Stockings should {not|never} be crossed.

Support hoses are {preferred|favored|chosen} before going for surgery. People who travel for {long|lengthy|extended} distance there is {high|big|astronomical} risk that of getting DVT. So it is better to wear stockings during {travel|journey|tour}. People should not {wear|dress|sport} the support hoses during the night. Skin should be {monitored|watched|checked} properly after removing the stockings, as it may lead to {few|little|not many} skin allergies.

So try to wear good quality stockings to {avoid|prevent|evade} the swelling of legs.