The device, which has gained wide popularity among the patients suffering from chronic venous insufficiency and probably every vascular surgeon who them with different readings. Socks easy to use. Often does not differ from ordinary socks. But whether these products are so safe? Is it harmful to wear compression socks is to understand.
Compression socks is made from a fabric base, often of synthetic origin (e.g., polyamide) and elastic fibers (elastane). Manufacturers have invented different types of weaving yarn, and the ratio of the components, which have reached different levels of compression on the lower extremities.
Socks can be administered for prophylactic or therapeutic purposes in quam varices diseases, chronic venous insufficiency, pregnancy, surgical interventions and after venous thrombosis of the lower extremities.
Types of pressio stocking
All companies that produce men's and women's underwear type. The other can be supplemented with a lace or pattern. Also, you can select the appropriate tsvetotipu of the patient's skin. Manufacturers to take into account that people have different height and weight. For this there are five sizes of socks.
Determine the need to change some of the parameters: the circumference of the tibia at the place where its maximum diameter, the extent of the thigh in its middle third, the length from the beginning of the Shin to the knee, and the distance from the heel to the groin. Further, special tables is determined by the size of the stocking (XS, S, M, L, LX, XL).
But the main classification is the division according to the degree of compression, which provides the underwear on the lower extremities.
There are several classes of compression underwear:
- Preventive pressure on the body in the range of 18 mm Hg. article is mainly used to prevent the development of varices quam disease in a group of individuals who have a predisposition to it. Patients with overweight, pregnant women or for people whose work is related to the excessive load on the legs.
- The first class of compression — compression at the level of 19-22 mm Hg. article is Used in the initial stages of quam varices disease. For effective help to the syndrome of "tired" legs, Superba, slight varicose veins of the lower limb vasculature.
- The second class has a pressure of about 23-32 mm Hg. article is to be Used only by the physician. The indication of the pathological condition, involving chronic venous insufficiency, but in the absence of trophic changes in the skin.
- Third grade — compression is 33-45 mm Hg. article To use them, you must get on prescription from the doctor, than to buy just in england these socks impossible. Indications for use: the expressed trophic disorders, lymphostasis, thrombosis in the deep veins of the lower extremities, posttrombofleboticheky syndrome.
The latter is the fourth class — level above 45 mm Hg. article is used in rare cases and only in hospitals and clinics under the supervision of a physician.
The mechanism of action of products
quam varices is a disease that primarily affects the veins of the lower extremities. Occurs when a strong stretching of the veins due to the reduction of elasticity of the walls.
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Valves, located on the inner side of the vessel loses the ability to completely block the lumen and the blood starts to flow in the opposite direction. This, in turn, begins the process of even more stretching of the venous walls.
Lower limb filling with blood and on the surface of the skin, starts talking quam varices enlarged veins. Gradually, the fluid starts to seep through the vessels and penetrates into the surrounding tissue. So patients edema.
crassus blood can form clots inside the arteries or embolization away from the primary tumor, thrombosis. These countries have the vita-minas consequences. The reason for the development of chronic venous insufficiency are:
- hereditary factors;
- pathology of the circulatory system;
- flat feet;
- curvature of the spine;
- uncomfortable shoes, especially high heels;
- spending a long time in a sitting position;
- the work of standing;
- humili castle way of life.
To prevent progression of varices quam
disease, surgeons prescribe the patient to wear socks. Through pressure, which provides the product to the feet, it occurs in an artificial narrowing of the blood vessels.
Under pressure improves the functioning of the valve apparatus and there is no regurgitation of blood.
Useful properties pressio stocking
Benefits and damage, pressio stocking depends mostly on the facts, or the designated physician of the compression class, as well as whether the patient is recommendations for use.
Scientists have conducted studies and meta-analyses that have shown that medical hosiery is effective in chronic venous insufficiency.
Socks perform a number of useful functions to constrict the lumen of blood vessels and prevent the development of quam varices in pregnant women. In addition, the reduction of swelling in the lower extremities and improves lymphatic drainage.
In addition, compression socks:
- to prevent the development of infectious disease in the legs;
- the improvement of the skin trophism;
- warn sanguinem clots and thrombophlebitis;
- reduce the risk of pulmonary embolism;
- relieves pain, cramps in the legs;
- to prevent the likelihood of occurrence of trophic ulcers;
- improve postoperative period.
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In addition, the socks have an advantage over other types of compression underwear. For example, elastic bandages require specific knowledge and skills to use. You can slide it over the day, which brings discomfort to the patient. Also, bandages do not always fit the style of the clothing, especially if the patient needs to work in the office and in the prescribed form.
Socks, which is no different from normal clothing and is very easy to use.
The damage from the pressure of the underwear
Definitely medical stockings is a useful product, but even this has its negative aspects and can harm the patient. The damage of compression hosiery in quam varices occur with improper use.
If the wrong choice is the degree of pressure on the foot can be signs of tissue ischemia. The patient will be feeling, numbness and the body, discomfort or pain. If the compression is low, the effect of this therapy, is displayed. Therefore, before using medical hosiery should consult a vascular surgeon.
Length of stay in pedules depends on the degree of chronic venous insufficiency. For example, in the third phase, quam varices disease the product recommended to be worn continuously, even during sleep. Most often such complications: ischemia of the underlying tissue, décubitus at the site of the constriction in the wrong dressing, an allergic reaction to the material.
Compression products can hurt, when there are contraindications to their use:
- infectious diseases of the skin;
- open sores;
- individual sensitivity to the materials of the product;
- the wound on the limb;
- burn;
- the presence of diabetic foot;
- EXCISIO endarteriit;
- heart failure decompensation.
But, the greater number of the patients speak positively about pressio pedules. The result is also visible on the first day of use.
Also positive is the fact that a moderate value of the product. The average price of a stocking — 1500 rubles.
Rules for the application of storage
A large proportion of the effect depends on whether the patient is wearing a medical Jersey. Should be made on the morning before the patient intends to get out of bed. 10 minutes before this, it is advisable to raise the feet on the platform, to ensure maximum blood flow. Then gradually wear underwear, make sure that it is not evertit, and not formed of folds, because in these places will not be additional compression on the skin. Wear need throughout the day.
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To ensure that the product, which was as long as possible, properly care for it. Medical socks, it is forbidden to wash in the washing-machine, only by hand wash. It is not recommended to use detergent, only soap allowed. Need to dry on a horizontal surface, avoiding excessive heat radiation and direct sunlight. Keep the socks, folded and expanded states.
