Compression Stockings

Compression Stockings

Chiropodists are knowledgeable in feet and leg circulation. They assess your circulation going down to your feet (the arteries) and the circulation going back up to your heart from your feet (the veins). Compression stockings (or socks) are great tools to help circulation in your veins (the blood coming up from your feet). Compression stockings provide a greater compression at the ankle than at the knee, thereby pushing blood upwards, towards your heart.

Compression stockings (or socks) are most commonly used in people with heavy, tired or aching legs. They are also very effective at controlling swollen ankles and feet; and help to keep spider veins and varicose veins from getting worse. But perhaps the best reason to wear compression stockings is that they keep your legs from getting tired.

One of the most important places that anyone can wear compression socks is while travelling long distances. In fact, everyone could benefit from wearing compression socks when they are flying or sitting in a car for a long period of time. These socks can prevent life-threatening problems like blood clots. They can also prevent leg cramps and swelling while travelling. Compression socks are a very effective way to maintain good leg health on a long trip.

We at Aquilon Foot Clinic are experts in assessing your needs for compression stockings. We will help you to find the best choice of style and material to make your legs more comfortable! Compression stockings are specially measured to fit you and are very comfortable to wear.

Compression stockings can help get your legs feeling healthy and happy.