30-40mmHg medical legwear is a compression level that can aid the symptoms of critical varicose veins and swelling. It can also be used to help chronic venous insufficiency or post-thrombotic syndrome. Normally 30-40 mmHg is only worn when recommended by a doctor. Users needing to prevent and relieve severe varicose veins will appreicate the extra firm compression of 30-40 mmHg compression socks.
For a milder gradient, we carry 8-15 mmHg, 15-20 mmHg and 20-30 mmHg in our medical supply store. Each has various levels of support to better treat your needs. The 8-15 mmHg socks have mild support. These compression socks are best for providing relief for tired, achy legs. They prevent fatigue from long periods of sitting or standing, along with maintaining healthy, energized legs. 15-20 mmHg help in the prevention and relief of minor to moderate varicose veins and spider veins.
20-30 mmHg is a more firm compression, preventing and relieving vein issues, treating moderate to severe edema or lymphatic edema and helping manging active ulcers and manifestations of post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS). 20-30 mmHg also helps relieve superficial thrombophlebitis.
Anti-embolism stockings from Jobst and Covidien are available in both closed and open toe to prevent thromboembolism. Anti-embolism stockings have a graduated compression going from the ankle and up the leg. Cardinal Health TED stockings have 8-18 mmHg gradient for both men and women. The knee-high nylon support hose feature a full foot and closed toe. These compression stockings are available in a variety of colors and sizes, providing a comfortable solution to preventing complications.
Athletic compression socks are popular with athletes, who have embraced compression socks as a regular part of their workout routine. Athletic compression socks can help improve a runner's endurance and reduce fatigue at the end of the day.
