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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. 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]

4. 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]

5. Thrombosis - Wikipedia

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   In patients admitted for surgery, graded compression stockings are widely used, and in severe illness, prolonged immobility and in all orthopedic surgery, professional guidelines recommend low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) administration, mechanical calf compression or (if all else is contraindicated and the patient has recently developed ...

6. Superficial thrombophlebitis - Wikipedia

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   Treatment with compression stockings should be offered to patients with lower extremity superficial phlebitis, if not contraindicated (e.g., peripheral artery disease). Patients may find them helpful for reducing swelling and pain once the acute inflammation subsides.

7. How compression socks promote better circulation - AOL

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   Wellow Compression Socks $ at Wellow. Apolla The Infinite Mid-Calf Recovery Compression Socks. Pressure level: 20-30 mmHg. If you prefer shorter socks, Apolla sells compression socks in mid-calf ...