About CompressionSo your physician has suggested you wear support hose or you have decided they would help your tired, aching legs, so you get on the internet and wow, how confusing. Let us talk about Gradient Compression Support Hose. There are four compressions which are normally sold as Ready-To-Wear. They are 8-15 mmHg, 15-20 mmHg, 20-30mmHg, and 30-40 mmHg. "mmHg" stands for millimeters of mercury which is the same standard of mearsurement used to measure atmospheric pressure and is used as a standard of measurement for all compression hosiery. The millimeters given for each compression are the "average millimeters" of compression exerted at the ankle. "Gradient Compression" is a method by which the greatest pressure is exerted at the ankle and gets less as it goes up the leg and down toward the toes. This works with the muscles of the leg to help circulation return to normal. 8-15 & 12-16 mmHg compression is used as a preventative measure to help your legs remain healthy. If you are experiencing tired, achy legs at the end of the day, this compression may be for you. You can find these by looking under the Jobst or Mediven links to the left. 15-20 & 16-20 mmHg compression is a moderate medical compression. If you have mild varicose veins, minor swelling or edema, or post-sclerotherapy, this compression may be the compression of choice for you. The 20-30 mmHg is a firm compression and your doctor is normally the person to make the decision that you need this compression. If you have moderate varicose veins, moderate edema, post-sclerotherapy, post-surgical or have had a healed venous ulceration, then this compression may be for you. The 30-40 mmHg compression is an extra firm compression. This is another compression that a doctor should make the decision for you to wear. If you have severe varicose veins, severe edema, lymphatic edema, active venous ulcerations, manifestations of PTS (post-thrombotic syndrome); CVD/CVI (Cardio-vascular disease/insufficiency); orthostatic hypotension; Post-surgical or post-sclerotherapy then your physician may recommend this compression for you. These are general recommendations. Your physician is your best source for information. If you need additional assistance, please call one of our Jobst Certified Fitters. If you are looking for queen size hose, there are no queen size. Jobst, Medi and Sigvaris Medical Wear garments are size by measurements and proportioned to fit. Please call one of our Certified fitters for assistance with sizing. Grandma's old, ugly support hose are no more. Jobst, Medi and Sigvaris Gradient Compression support hose are stylish, light weight and effective. No one will guess you are wearing support hosiery. They come in a variety of styles to fit your preference and life style. |
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