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2. Compression stockings - Wikipedia

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   Compression stockings. Compression stockings (Flight Socks, Support Bandage) are a specialized hosiery designed to help prevent the occurrence of, and guard against further progression of, venous disorders [1] such as edema, phlebitis and thrombosis. Compression stockings are elastic compression garments worn around the leg, compressing the ...

3. Should you wear compression socks on flights? Experts ... - AOL

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   Compression socks may help prevent complications from these conditions. By improving blood flow and reducing blood pooling, compression socks can also reduce swelling in the legs, ankles and feet. ...

4. How compression socks promote better circulation - AOL

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   Compression socks can also help prevent some spider and varicose vein formation if worn over a longer period of time, experts told us. Many people find them helpful during pregnancy, too.

5. Podiatrists Say These Compression Socks Can Help Reduce Leg ...

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   These compression socks by Charmking help bring healthy blood flow to your lower limbs so that new varicose veins do not form. They’re made with breathable nylon and deliver 360-degree stretch ...

6. Deep vein thrombosis - Wikipedia

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   Graduated compression stockings—which apply higher pressure at the ankles and a lower pressure around the knees [126] can be trialed for symptomatic management of acute DVT symptoms, but they are not recommended for reducing the risk of post-thrombotic syndrome, [125] as the potential benefit of using them for this goal "may be uncertain". [5]

7. Compression garment - Wikipedia

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   A bellyband, wrap, or abdominal binder is a compression garment which resembles a tubetop but worn over the abdomen of expectant mothers. [2] Bellybands are also commonly worn post-childbirth to help provide abdominal and back support thereby making it easier to perform day to day tasks, and to help mothers with their posture.