Compression Stockings
Compression Stockings at Refit Physio and Rehab
Compression stockings are specialized hosiery designed to apply gentle pressure to your legs and feet, promoting better circulation and helping to prevent swelling and discomfort. At Refit Physio and Rehab, we provide custom-fit compression stockings tailored to your needs. Whether you’re managing a medical condition or looking to improve comfort during daily activities, compression stockings offer a simple, effective solution for improving leg health.
Benefits of Compression Stockings:
- Improved Circulation: Compression stockings help blood flow more efficiently, reducing the risk of blood clots and varicose veins.
- Reduced Swelling: By applying consistent pressure, these stockings prevent fluid buildup and reduce swelling in the legs and ankles.
- Pain Relief: Helps alleviate pain caused by poor circulation, varicose veins, or swelling, providing comfort throughout the day.
- Prevention of Varicose Veins: Helps prevent the formation of varicose veins and reduces the discomfort associated with them.
- Enhanced Recovery: Helps reduce muscle soreness and aids in recovery after long periods of standing or physical activity.
- Reduced Fatigue: Prevents the heaviness and tiredness in the legs after long periods of standing or sitting.
Who Should Wear Compression Stockings?
- People with Varicose Veins: Compression stockings help reduce discomfort and slow the progression of varicose veins.
- Individuals with Edema or Swelling: If you experience swelling in your legs or ankles due to poor circulation, fluid retention, or other health conditions, compression stockings help alleviate these symptoms.
- Pregnant Women: Pregnancy can lead to swelling and varicose veins in the legs; compression stockings can help manage these issues.
- People Who Stand or Sit for Long Periods: Individuals in occupations that require standing or sitting for long hours (e.g., nurses, teachers, office workers) benefit from improved circulation and reduced fatigue.
- Athletes & Active Individuals: Compression stockings are commonly used to reduce muscle soreness and speed up recovery after intense physical activity.
- Travelers: Long periods of sitting during travel can lead to poor circulation and swelling; compression stockings can prevent discomfort and improve circulation.
Conditions Compression Stockings Help Treat:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI): Compression helps improve blood flow in individuals with CVI, where the veins can’t effectively return blood to the heart.
- Varicose Veins: Helps reduce the appearance and symptoms of varicose veins, such as pain and swelling.
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Compression stockings can help prevent the formation of blood clots in individuals at risk for DVT.
- Edema: Helps reduce swelling caused by fluid retention in the legs or feet.
- Lymphedema: Compression helps manage swelling caused by lymph fluid buildup.
- Post-Surgical Recovery: After surgery, compression stockings can assist with circulation and reduce swelling, promoting a faster recovery.
- Postpartum Recovery: Many women use compression stockings after childbirth to support circulation and reduce swelling in the legs.
Why Choose Compression Stockings?
- Custom Fit: Compression stockings are available in a variety of sizes and compression levels to ensure a personalized fit that delivers maximum comfort and effectiveness.
- Comfortable and Breathable: Designed to be worn throughout the day, these stockings are made from breathable materials to keep your legs comfortable.
- Non-invasive: A simple and non-invasive way to improve circulation and reduce discomfort without the need for medications or procedures.
At Refit Physio and Rehab, we provide customized compression stockings that are specifically tailored to your needs, helping you feel more comfortable and improving your overall leg health.