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Mayo Clinic Q and A: Tips for using compression stockings Compression stockings — sometimes referred to as pressure socks — gently squeeze your legs in a way that helps promote blood flow from the legs back toward the heart Thigh or waist-high stockings help reduce pooling of blood in the legs and help prevent lightheadedness or falling when you stand up (orthostatic hypotension)
Can full-length compression stockings cause pain in your feet and . . . Compression stockings that are well tolerated when walking and standing, not uncommonly can cause foot or ankle discomfort (cramping, numbness, pain) when the leg is elevated such as when the leg is horizontal when in bed You should relate these symptoms to your prescribing physician so that they can advise how to proceed
How long does it take Compression Stockings to work? Compression stockings should begin to work immediately but full effects may take several weeks It is very important that they fit properly and have graduated compression from the ankle up (highest compression at the ankle and lowest at the thigh) If the foot and ankle continue to swell then the stockings may not be fitted properly
Do I need prescription to get compression stockings? Compression stockings can be gotten through a prescription or by going to any surgical supply store, drug store, etc The compression of the stocking varies according to what is being treated For most routine things, compression around 18 to 30 is sufficient I rarely prescribe compression stockings, as most can be purchased over the counter
Could compression stockings cause shortness of breath? Could compression stockings cause shortness of breath? - Had heart valve replacement last Dec 2017 Retaining fluid change diet and fluid intake was doing better Dr was worried about swelling in legs, prescribed compression stockings Now shortness of breath has returned Could compression stockings push fluid up to stomach area and heart causing shortness of breath? Weight is great no
Are there alternatives to wearing compression stockings for those who . . . Wearing compression stockings is the single most prominent complaint that I receive People say that they are too hot, too tight, too short, too long, etc If you cannot tolerate the stockings, then you do have options- ace bandages, circaid compression and even Unna boots Walking and elevation of the legs will also help Stockings help to reduce the venous pressure and improve the venous
Are compression stockings from the drug store okay or do I need . . . Compression stockings over the counter are a lower grade compression and may not be graduated Prescription stockings are graduated (pressure decreases from ankle up) and are of specific grades of compression What you should have depends on your specific needs and diagnosis