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  2. Compression stockings - Wikipedia

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    Compression stockings are constructed using elastic fibers or rubber. These fibers help compress the limb, aiding in circulation. Compression stockings are offered in different levels of compression. The unit of measure used to classify the pressure of the stockings is mmHg. They are often sold in a variety of pressure ranges. [citation needed]

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

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    Compression stockings may be recommended for people recovering from surgery, especially in their lower extremities or if they have to be off their feet or lying down for a long period of time ...

  4. Thrombosis prevention - Wikipedia

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    The correct use and properly fitted graded compression stockings can reduce the rate of thrombosis by 50%. [15] [19]: 745–46 Contraindications for the use of antiembolism stockings include the presence of advanced peripheral and obstructive arterial disease, septic phlebitis, heart failure, open wounds, dermatitis and peripheral neuropathy. [33]

  5. Compression garment - Wikipedia

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    Compression garments worn on the legs can help prevent deep vein thrombosis and reduce swelling, especially while traveling. Compression can also be used for post surgeries, to help with the healing process. Garment usage varies per patient but can be worn up to a year. There is also second stage compression garments, that are every day wear.

  6. Post-thrombotic syndrome - Wikipedia

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    For people hospitalized at high-risk of DVT, prevention methods may include early ambulation, use of compression stockings or electrostimulation devices, and/or anticoagulant medications. [18] Elastic compression stockings may reduce the occurrence of PTS after clinically confirmed DVT. [19]

  7. Intermittent pneumatic compression - Wikipedia

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    IPK with inflatable trousers. Intermittent pneumatic compression is a therapeutic technique used in medical devices that include an air pump and inflatable auxiliary sleeves, gloves or boots in a system designed to improve venous circulation in the limbs of patients who have edema or the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (PE), or the combination of DVT and PE, venous ...

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