We are sure you have probably heard of support stockings before. However, if you have not heard about it, then there’s probably a lot more than you do not know about compression stockings. Let’s understand what support stockings are, how does it benefit? Before beginning, we need to know what support stockings are.
Support stockings are different from compression stockings. It is mostly used by people with heavy veins as a preventive measure against tired and heavy legs. Since these stockings are used for preventive purposes, you will not be able to claim funds under medical conditions.
You need to keep in mind that you cannot use support stockings if you are suffering from venous leg ulcers. You need to use compression stockings if you are suffering from leg ulcers. We recommend you to use Novomed’s Sigvaris compression stockings.
Here are some of the features of support stockings:
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The support stockings act as a preventive measure for those with healthy veins
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If you are forced to stand or sit for long hours, then these stockings are for you.
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These have a lower level of pressure as compared to medical compression stockings
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The sizes are not based on individual measurements
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Support stockings are not prescribed by a physician
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The cost for support stockings cannot be assumed by the sickness fund.
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They are also available as standard products
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These are only manufactured as round-knitted products
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If you are prone to venous leg ulcers, you should not use support stockings.
You can also use these if you are suffering from travel thrombosis. If you are suffering from leg ulcers, lymphedema, varicose veins then you should use compression stockings. But do not forget to take a medical consultation from your doctor before using compression stockings
