Compression tights

The development of compression underwear, in particular compression tights, has helped women who have problems with the blood vessels of their legs - varicose veins. This disease is very common among the fair sex, due to the nature of the work they spend a large amount of time in an upright position.

For the production of compression tights, a very strong elastic material is used. It tightly fits the legs, compresses their muscles, making it easier for blood to move up to the heart. Due to its properties, compression hosiery facilitates movement, improves blood circulation in the lower extremities, relieves muscle fatigue, minimizes pain, and protects tissue from the formation of swelling.

Compression knitwear is designed to help cure a disease such as varicose veins. Wearing them is also useful for preventing blood clots. We can distinguish the attendant positive properties of this underwear: it helps in getting rid of excess weight, and in the period after childbirth supports the abdominal muscles. During long flights, when a person is in a sedentary state for a long time, medical tights reduce the likelihood of blood clots.

The compressive dressing method has a long history. How does compression underwear help with varicose veins? The basic principle of action is as follows: tights exert pressure of varying degrees on different parts of the legs. In the area of ​​the foot - it is the maximum (100%), in the knee - decreases (75%), in the area of ​​the thigh - it becomes minimal (50%), in the abdomen, compression is almost absent (20%). Due to this, the outflow of blood through the veins from the foot to the upper body is accelerated.

Tights from varicose veins vary in degree (or class) of compression, which must be reflected on the package.

• Grade 1 - pressure is about 23 mm Hg. Art. (It is used at the initial stage of problems with the blood vessels of the legs, visibly enlarged veins, the appearance of the so-called "stars").
• Class 2 - the compression value of about 33 mm RT. Art. (middle stages of varicose veins).
• Grade 3 - pressure is about 45 mm Hg. Art. (in severe stages of varicose veins, when trophism is already violated).
• Grade 4 - with strong pressure, more than 50 mm RT. Art. (tights are designed to eliminate severe swelling).

There are various cases for using compression tights, and therefore their types can be distinguished:

• Preventive - acquired when the very first signs of venous disease are detected, exert minimal pressure on the lower extremities.
• Therapeutic - put on during an exacerbation of varicose veins.
• Hospital - used in hospitals after leg surgery.
• There are also warmed models and tights designed specifically for pregnant women (with a special insert on the stomach). Some doctors believe that a pregnant woman needs compression underwear if she has the first symptoms of problems with veins of the lower extremities. Others strongly recommend using it for preventive purposes (in the first trimester) and to improve blood flow in the legs (in the second and third).

In specialized orthopedic salons, pharmacies, a rather large selection of these products from various manufacturers is presented. The compression properties of tights from varicose veins in all firms are basically the same. They differ, as a rule, externally, in the color scheme, and the duration of use. Choosing a product for yourself depends on how long you plan to use it. Some models retain compression for a long time, while others are much smaller. It is clear that this directly affects the cost of the product. Let's review the manufacturers of medical tights.

In the market of this type of linen there are a lot of Italian manufacturing companies (Relaxax, Varisan, Ergoform, Solidaa).

Relaxan is an Italian company that patients often choose because of the relatively low price. But the compression garment will be short-lived (will last no more than a month), because it quickly stretches.

Another company from Italy, Varisan, produces medical underwear of much higher quality and wear resistance. The prices for this underwear are already much higher.

Ergoform's knitwear has an excellent appearance and is highly elastic. Fibers made from natural materials let air through, products are worn for a long time and are easy to clean. The company also produces models for sports training.

"Solida" produces high-quality tights, the range is represented by many models and colors. Externally, tights are the same as any standard ones. Models have a comfortable foot, the insole comfortably supports the foot.

Intex is our domestic manufacturer; knitwear has an acceptable cost and, in principle, decent quality. The wear resistance of Russian linen is very high.

Ortho is a Spanish company that produces compression tights at an average price. The linen is of good quality, the compression lasts about 4 months. However, it is worth mentioning a certain minus: in the foot area, tights will soon wear out.

Venotex is a very well-known and sought-after American manufacturer; the assortment is represented by a very large number of various models with medium wear resistance, which determines a relatively small price for knitwear.

Medi and Bauerfind are German companies that produce medical tights. Their products are of excellent quality and, quite naturally, have a higher cost. The wear resistance of tights is high, they do not require complicated care.We note an attractive product design, there is a choice of sports models, underwear for travel. In addition, “Copper” produces devices for putting on tights.

Sigvaris is a manufacturer of elite models of medical underwear from Switzerland. Knitwear is of very excellent quality, excellent design and, quite understandably, great value.

If you are going to buy compression tights, firstly, find out if you have any contraindications to wearing this type of underwear. Then get a not very expensive model. If it suits you, next time choose a better manufacturing company.

It is extremely important to choose the right size (keep in mind that different firms often have a different size chart). Compression tights hardly stretch. Therefore, at home, accurately measure your circumference of the lower leg, waist, hips, and also the length of the leg (from foot to knee and from foot to groin).

Some training is required before you can quickly and correctly put on compression tights. They are put on after sleep, lying down, without lowering their legs from the bed. This must be done carefully so as not to stretch or twist the product. Pantyhose are collected “in accordion” and gradually put on the foot, then carefully straightened on the shins and pulled on the hips to the very waist.

Wear compression tights only on dry skin. Keep in mind that you have to say goodbye to long nails, they must be carefully processed with a file so as not to spoil the material of the tights. For the same reason, the skin of the feet should be soft and smooth, without corns and corns. To ensure that tights are not damaged when they are worn, use latex gloves, which are sold at the pharmacy.

In order for therapeutic tights to not lose their properties, it is important to take care of it. Every evening they must be washed in warm water (not more than 40 degrees) with baby soap (but not with washing powder). This must be done carefully so as not to damage the product. Tights should dry naturally, without the use of heating devices, hair dryers: all this can affect elasticity. Wearing wet tights on your feet is not allowed.

These therapeutic tights have contraindications. You can not wear them to people who have injuries, pathologies on the skin of the legs (dermatitis, eczema, etc.). Ladies with very sensitive, delicate skin should also be careful. Doctors do not advise smokers who also have diabetes mellitus, those who have limited blood flow to the lower extremities for various reasons, to use compression tights. The pressure of the pantyhose can even lower the blood flow in the legs and make the symptoms more severe.

The cost of good medical underwear is quite high (to be precise - more than ten times more expensive than ordinary tights). But it’s better to prevent the disease in advance or suspend it at an early stage of development, than later to pay money for expensive treatment and surgery.

Tights from varicose veins have helped and are helping many women. They are pleased with their use and recommend their friends. These products are also attractive because they are pleasant to the touch, have an aesthetic appearance.