Compression stockings are made of elastic material that squeezes the leg. This squeezing effect puts pressure on the layers of tissue under your skin, which forces fluid back into the capillaries. Also, by compressing your legs, it can prevent blood from pooling into your legs, which can cause swelling and pain. Your doctor may have […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...Your legs have been swelling and you’ve been told to try compression stockings, or socks. After getting them home, you find it extremely difficult to put them on your legs. You might be thinking that they are the wrong size. After checking with your doctor and the store, you find that they are the correct […]
No Comments. Continue Reading...Did you know that for every pound that you gain, your body creates seven miles of blood vessels? It is mainly capillaries that are created, which supply oxygen rich blood to your cells. Your body does this so that the new fat tissue is given nourishment just like the rest of your organs. Your venous […]
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