Compression Stockings
Varicose Vein Pain Relief & Post Treatment Care
Compression stockings (also called Graduated Compression stockings, Varicose Vein stockings, DVT stockings, and Travel Socks) help relieve the discomfort of varicose veins, aid in recovery after vein treatments, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) and ulcers, and also reduce swelling of the lower legs caused by lymphoedema.
Compression stockings are NOT recommended for people with some medical conditions, or those with poor circulation caused by arterial problems. If unsure, please call for appointment with Dr Elisabeth for advice.
After Vein Treatment
Compression stockings are an integral part of any vein treatment and need to be worn for at least 1 week following treatment – often 2 or more.
Support & Comfort for Varicose Veins
If you have obvious varicose veins but cannot, or are reluctant to, have treatment, then stockings are a good option. However, thigh high ones should be worn, unless otherwise advised.
If you already have varicose veins and are planning a pregnancy, it is advisable to wear compression stockings as soon as you know you are pregnant. See our Veins with Pregnancy page.
If swelling is the problem, the stockings help stop the excess fluid from collecting in the tissues, provided they are put on when getting out of bed, and taken off when going back to bed.
There is a huge variety of compression and support stockings available today so there will be a style or brand to suit you. They mostly look just like normal socks or stockings, but are especially shaped and strengthened over certain segments. They are available in different colours, lengths, and tightness.
They mostly look just like normal socks or stockings.
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Compression Stockings Costs
The cost of Compression stockings is included in the quote for varicose vein treatments, and health insurers only cover this cost if there is medical need. They do not usually pay for stockings required for spider vein treatment.
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