Conservative Management for Venous Health
Compression Therapy
Compression Therapy
Compression Therapy at a Glance
- What it is: The most common form of compression therapy is the use of compression stockings.
- How it works: They provide gradient pressure on the leg muscle, which reduces the pooling of blood.
- Symptom Relief: They can be effective in relieving symptoms of venous disease, stopping its progression, and decreasing the likelihood of a clot.
- Who it's for: Stockings provide an option for patients who are not ambulatory and...cannot engage in the activity required for other procedures. They also provide an alternative for patients who prefer not to opt for other treatments.
The most common form of compression therapy is the use of compression stockings. Compression stockings can offer an alternative to the above procedures in treating varicose veins. They can be effective in relieving symptoms of venous disease, stopping its progression, and decreasing the likelihood of a clot. Stockings provide an option for patients who are not ambulatory and, as a result, cannot engage in the activity required for other procedures. They also provide an alternative for patients who prefer not to opt for other treatments.
How Compression Works
Compression stockings are provided by prescription. They provide gradient pressure on the leg muscle, which reduces the pooling of blood. Stockings may take some initial adjustment, but they can be worn for years as a long term solution to manage symptoms of venous disease, or they can be used in the short term to reduce the likelihood of a clot during long periods of sitting, such as on a long plane ride. A specialist can help ease the transition to the use of compression stockings and will continue to monitor symptoms during their use.
Advanced Compression Options
In more severe cases, or in cases of edema or ulcers, bandages may be used as a form of compression therapy.
Learn About Your Options
At the Vein Healthcare Center, we use a comprehensive approach to vein health. By evaluating your entire venous system, we can treat venous disorders at their source. If you are having any of the above symptoms, seeing a professional vein specialist for a thorough evaluation will help you determine the severity of your issue and explore options for treatment.
Explore our Treatment Options, or visit our Frequently Asked Questions for answers to common concerns. Contact the Vein Healthcare Center to schedule your evaluation.