| Question |
Answer |
| Are
swollen ankles and achy legs during pregnancy something
I just have to endure? |
No,
but they are common due to the increased pressure on your
veins from weight, greater blood flow to and from the
womb and hormone changes. Light- or moderate-pressure
maternity hose will relieve leg fatigue. For severe varicose
veins or persistent swelling, your doctor may prescribe
a higher compression stocking. |
| Can
advanced skin cream be used under compression garments? |
Yes,
because it doesn’t contain lanolin. You must wash
compression garments in warm water after each wear to
remove the lotion and to restore elasticity. |
| How
can compression therapy help my varicose veins? |
Weakened
walls and valves that cause varicose veins can be controlled
and managed with proper support products. |
| Is
it true compression hosiery is no longer ugly and hard
to put on? |
Compression
hosiery is now available in many fashionable colors and
styles. An optional stocking aid can make donning simple,
fast and easy. |
| What
can I do to prevent circulation problems? |
Avoid
crossing your legs at the knee and standing for long periods.
When resting, elevate your legs higher than your heart.
Exercise to improve blood flow. |
| What
is compression therapy? |
Compression
therapy is sustained, graduated pressure which improves
circulation of blood and lymphatic flow. |
| What
is lymphedema? |
Lymphedema
is swelling caused by an abnormal accumulation of lymph
fluid. Surgical removal of lymph nodes, trauma or congenital
defect can interfere with lymphatic systems causing fluids
to pool in your arms and legs. |
| When
would I need compression therapy? |
Compression
therapy is necessary:
• after certain surgeries
•
when lymphedema is present
• to help treat vein problems,
clots, or phlebitis
•
to improve tired, achy legs |
