Based on anatomical features, the human duct consists of a layered wall and a valve. With a persistent orthostatic effect on the foot, an increase in diastolic pressure occurs. Due to its elasticity, vessels form varicose veins.
Compression underwear for varicose veins has the opposite effect. Due to the distribution of pressure over the entire surface of the foot, it is possible to normalize the condition of the vessel. The diameter decreases, and blood flow is not obstructed by vascular branches, the pressure decreases.
The purpose of compression underwear
In the case of varicose veins, the appointment of the use of compression garments is the first step towards treating the disease. Often the reason for the appearance of varicose veins is a violation of blood circulation and lack of muscle tone. The presence of thrombophlebitis and other diseases of the vascular system contributes to complications of varicose veins.
Appointments may be necessary for varicose vein risk factors. This includes:
- Play sports;
- overweight;
- constant orthostatic pressure on the foot;
- pathology of the limbs and cardiovascular system.
Compression pressure with varicose veins is necessary to restore the tone of blood vessels, muscles and joints. And also, if necessary, normalize blood flow in the vessels and reduce the edema that occurs with varicose veins.
Compression garments relieve fatigue and pain in limbs affected by varicose veins.
Although there are varicose veins, compression garments can be prescribed after surgery. In cases where varicose veins are treated with surgery, the postoperative period is accompanied by limb compression. This allows the vessel to recover and not remove elements for stretching, which is accompanied after the procedure.
Oddity
Compression underwear is capable of removing excess fluid and participating in heat transfer, and is capable of creating the constant pressure needed to relieve pain in varicose veins. Therapeutic underwear does not contribute to the occurrence of allergic reactions, the material does not participate in the reaction.
Linen material in the required place according to the contours of the body and in accordance with it. Over time, the material becomes stronger and remembers the shape of the body.
Compression underwear for the treatment of varicose veins is sewn from microfiber, elastic material: nylon and cotton fibers, lycra. The tensile nature of this material provides the wearer’s compressive stress.
The use of the product is carried out only with the appointment of a phlebologist. Such precision applies only to washes of 1 to 4 classes with a pressure of 24 millimeters of mercury. This is necessary to exclude the possibility of damaging the vessel with improper use of compression.
Since prophylactic compression products have a pressure of up to 18 millimeters of mercury, their use is not harmful to health and can be used without the advice of a phlebologist.
When choosing underwear, you should be guided by several criteria:
- Authenticity. It is important that the product comes from the original supplier. In imitations, substandard materials or poor materials are often used. This leads to incorrect compression or rapid product wear.
- Size. The selection of the correct size ensures that the compression therapy is correct.
- Use the required classes. It is not recommended to use underwear of a different class instead of the prescribed one.
All companies that manufacture compression garments for varicose veins are guided by international standards. Before the start of production, and after passing the test, the company receives a certificate, which means that the product is truly medical and used for medical purposes.
All company representatives are required to have the right to distribute the product. In the absence of such documents, the product is not original.
There is a separate certification for the anti-embolic underwear class. Since such compression products are used exclusively for the treatment of medical diseases, the company is certified to medical standards.
Classification and type
All compression products for the treatment of varicose veins are divided into the following characteristics: degree of compression, form of release and purpose of appointment.
During classification, four product classes are distinguished:
- The first class is intended for varicose vein neoplasms or for prophylactic purposes. The maximum class pressure is 23 millimeters of mercury.
- The second class is used to treat varicose veins or thrombophlebitis. The maximum pressure is 33 millimeters of mercury. The second class, with vasodilation, applies only to mild forms of the disease.
- The third class is shown in acute venous insufficiency, as well as violations of cellular metabolism. The maximum pressure is 45 millimeters of mercury.
- Grade four refers to recovery. Often it is used for the postoperative period, when the vascular and muscular systems are unable to maintain normal blood flow independently or there is a risk of provoking the appearance of varicose veins symptoms.
Special purpose:
- Hospital. It is used only during continuous medical supervision during the postoperative period.
- Prevention. In cases where the first signs of disease of the vascular system appear - varicose veins.
- Therapeutic. I used it for the treatment of chronic diseases of the vascular system, eliminating symptoms.
For medical purposes, as a rule, compression garments are used with a pressure of 33 to 45 millimeters of mercury. Phlebologists consider this stress to be optimal for therapy.
The range of compression underwear is diversified; manufacturing companies have models for men and women.
It is represented by the following types:
- Stockings. Medical jerseys of this shape have a length only up to the thighs. The main purpose of the application is to get rid of swelling and varicose veins in the lower legs and thighs. Stockings help keep blood vessels in proper shape, which prevents blood vessels from clogging.
- Tights. Compression tights are similar in appearance to regular products. Tights fit the entire leg - from the tip of the foot to the waist. Treatment includes: the dry bones, thighs and groin. Tights are only recommended in cases where varicose veins spread above the knee joint.
- Knee level and leggings. The knee level is only extended to the bottom of the foot. This allows you to apply point compression in the formation of varicose veins only on the lower part of the leg. Knee level is very popular among pregnant women. Stockings eliminate swelling and normalize blood flow. Foot warmers differ from golf only in the absence of socks. However, the effect is the same.
- sleeve. They are primarily intended to eliminate the accumulation of lymph fluid, which causes significant swelling of the limbs. This usually happens after upper body surgery.
- During pregnancy. During pregnancy, compression garments help relieve leg swelling and prevent the onset of varicose vein symptoms.
The use of compression underwear during pregnancy relieves the load on the lumbar region, allowing you to always maintain a correct posture. This promotes better oxygen exchange between the fetus and mother.
How to choose a size?
The size of the compression garment for varicose veins is selected based on the body size. It is not recommended to use underwear that is larger or smaller than prescribed by your doctor. Such wear is uncomfortable and will exacerbate the progression of the disease, or will not help.
Before buying, you need to measure:
- ankle circumference;
- congestion circumference directly below the knee;
- thigh circumference at a height of 25 to 30 centimeters;
- the total length of the foot from the heel to the groin;
- waist and hip size.
Thigh circumference in people with a height of up to 175 centimeters must be done at a level of 175 centimeters. Above this figure, count the seconds increasing to 30 centimeters.
Only a phlebologist or specially trained consultant can choose compression underwear.
After the measurement, it is necessary to compare the results with a size chart. Each manufacturer indicates this data on the packaging.
If the amount of legs and waist does not fit the available size, it makes sense to push using tights. There will be no effect from using it. It is worth paying attention to leggings or stockings.
Suggestions for wearing
To achieve maximum effect from the use of compression garments, it can only be done with proper use. The treatment process will continue only if the jersey is worn properly.
To do this, you must follow the recommendations:
- it is necessary to wear linen in the morning in a horizontal position;
- for convenience, the top is folded into an accordion and stretched from the bottom;
- you must start dressing by embroidering a little spot for the feet and toes;
- straighten the material without pulling it along the entire thigh.
If leggings or stockings are used, then the pull must be limited to its average length when taut.
If with varicose veins there is edema or underwear with increased pressure is used, then a special device should be used to wear.
Care advice
For long -term use of compression underwear for the treatment of varicose veins, you should follow the rules for the care of compression underwear:
- laundry should be washed only in manual mode using a shampoo with a low alkali content;
- the maximum water temperature should be in the range from 30 to 40 degrees;
- drying of the product is carried out only in a horizontal position and without direct sunlight, as well as without high temperatures;
- when using a product with a gel strip, it should prevent the liquid from coming into contact with this tape, this will worsen the contact with the skin.
It is recommended to use several pairs of compression garments at the same time. Therefore, it is possible to avoid rapid wear of clothes.
The use of compression garments is recommended for all people who experience frequent pressure on the legs or after surgery, as a result of which the pressure becomes normal and blood flow improves.
Various models and classifications allow you to individually approach the problem of choosing a piece of clothing. The care and use of compression underwear for varicose veins is not difficult. If all operating rules are observed, it is possible to maintain the therapeutic properties of the material for up to 10 months.