How does graduated compression help with the management of varicose veins?

Graduated compression therapy is used to treat vein disorders such as varicose veins, venous leg ulcer, venous insufficiency, venous reflux disease, swelling, and after vein treatments.  They work by applying external pressure to your legs reducing venous pressure. These elastic stockings squeeze or compress the veins and prevent blood from flowing backward. Compression stockings must be graduated, medical-grade compression to be beneficial. Graduated compression stockings are great to use if your want to increase circulation, support your leg veins, and want to reduce uncomfortable leg symptoms such as swelling, tired and achy feeling legs.

Over-the-counter support hose or TED hose are not adequate to reduce symptoms in venous disease for active patients. More questions about compression therapy can be answered at compressrx.com.