How can I help myself in the early stages of varicose veins?
Varicose veins are a very common vascular pathology that can occur even in youth. With it, the veins of the legs expand, become twisted and poorly cope with their work. Without treatment, the disease progresses, leads to the appearance of unpleasant symptoms, and in severe cases - and trophic ulcers.
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However, timely therapy helps to avoid complications and return the legs to health and attractive appearance.
When should you think about varicose leg disease?
The first symptoms of varicose veins are usually not alarming. People may notice slight burning or itching in the calves, leg fatigue, pain when walking for long periods of time, swelling in the evening or after prolonged standing/sitting. Over time, vascular stars (telangiectasias) and venous “mesh” (reticular veins) become visible on the legs.
The longer a person does not go to the doctor, the more the disease progresses. But it is at an early stage that varicose veins are easiest to treat, and the risk of complications is the lowest.
The longer a person does not go to the doctor, the more the disease progresses. But it is at an early stage that varicose veins are easiest to treat, and the risk of complications is the lowest.
How to treat varicose veins?
Treatment for varicose veins includes:
Compression knitwear tops the list of therapeutic measures for a reason. In vascular surgery and phlebology, it is considered the cornerstone of therapy of chronic venous insufficiency, which always develops in varicose legs.
- compression knitwear;
- medications (venotonics, blood thinners);
- laser therapy, sclerotherapy, surgery.
Compression knitwear tops the list of therapeutic measures for a reason. In vascular surgery and phlebology, it is considered the cornerstone of therapy of chronic venous insufficiency, which always develops in varicose legs.
How to choose compression hosiery?
Compression knitwear is preventive (class A) and therapeutic (classes 1, 2, 3), represented by socks, stockings and tights. To correctly select a medical device, doctors classify chronic venous insufficiency according to the CEAP system. It includes 7 classes (0-6).
The initial stage of varicose veins is CEAP classes 1-3. According to international protocols, medical knitwear of the first compression class (18-21 mmHg) is indicated for this disease. It creates a moderate graded pressure on the leg tissues - from the ankle to the thigh.
The initial stage of varicose veins is CEAP classes 1-3. According to international protocols, medical knitwear of the first compression class (18-21 mmHg) is indicated for this disease. It creates a moderate graded pressure on the leg tissues - from the ankle to the thigh.
Which is better - socks, stockings or tights?
The type of medical knitwear is determined by the form of the disease and the severity of symptoms. If a person has dilated subcutaneous veins not only in the lower legs, but also in the thighs, and vascular asterisks and venous mesh appeared everywhere on the legs, compression tights are suitable for him. They perfectly cope with fatigue and pain in the legs, small swellings, cramps, prevent the appearance of new telangiectasias and red capillaries.
Lauma Medical compression tights are made of nylon (64%) and Lycra (36%). They create the necessary compression, but at the same time they do not squeeze the arteries and do not disturb the blood circulation in the legs. The heel and toe parts of the medical compression tights are reinforced so that the product can last as long as possible.
Lauma Medical compression tights are made of nylon (64%) and Lycra (36%). They create the necessary compression, but at the same time they do not squeeze the arteries and do not disturb the blood circulation in the legs. The heel and toe parts of the medical compression tights are reinforced so that the product can last as long as possible.
How do I choose the right size of compression tights?
The effectiveness of medical knitwear and wearing comfort depend on the correct choice of size.
To do this, you should measure the following circumferences:
Lauma Medical compression tights come in three sizes and two lengths - they will fit any person regardless of height and body weight. However, when choosing medical knitwear, it is important to make sure that there is no swelling on the legs, otherwise the tights will be too big.
To do this, you should measure the following circumferences:
- the narrowest part of the shin (above the ankle);
- below the knee;
- mid-thigh;
- thigh (5 cm below the perineum);
- buttocks;
- waist.
Lauma Medical compression tights come in three sizes and two lengths - they will fit any person regardless of height and body weight. However, when choosing medical knitwear, it is important to make sure that there is no swelling on the legs, otherwise the tights will be too big.
Lauma Medical compression tights with heel are both treatment of varicose veins and prevention of their complications, as well as affordable, effective and comfortable to wear
Lauma Medical compression tights with heel are both treatment of varicose veins and prevention of their complications, as well as affordable, effective and comfortable to wear