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Are you at Risk? |
80% of leg disorders originate within the veins. If you have tired, aching or swollen legs or if you see the beginning of varicose veins, you may need to improve your venous circulation.
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Causes and Risk Factors of Venous Problems |
 | Long distance travel | | Heredity | | Age over 40 | | Prolonged sitting or standing | | Pregnancy | | Obesity | | Sedentary lifestyle | | Surgery or trauma
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Why Compression Works |
The graduated compression acts as a layer of muscle by gently squeezing the stretched the vein walls together, allowing valves to close thereby aiding overall circulation. Compression socks or stockings are most effective when they are put on at the start of the day and removed before going to bed.
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Features and Benefits |
| Travel
Long periods of constrained movement reduces blood circulation and can have dangerous consequences such as blood clots. Please refer to Compression Hosiery and Air Travel. | | Pregnancy
Venous disorders and leg health problems are often experienced for the first time during pregnancy. Compression hosiery can help improve blood circulation during pregnancy. | | Insurance
Many Group Health Insurance programs can reimburse you for the cost of certain levels of compression stockings.
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