Graduated compression

Graduated compression applies a precise amount of pressure greatest at the ankle and gradually decreases that pressure toward the top of the stocking. Proper graduated compression helps to improve circulations and assist in preventing swelling and tired, achy legs and feet. Improper graduated compression can cause reverse compression. Today, graduated compression stocking are available in several styles and colors and can look and feel like everyday hose or socks.

Compression Levels

Graduated compression is measured in millimeters of mercurcy, abbreviated mmHg. Depending on ones use of the compression hose, will depend upon the level of compression that is needed. Most graduated compression hose are available in several different levels of compression.

Common Graduated Compression Levels

• 10-15 mmHg
• 15-20 mmHg
• 20-30 mmHg
• 30-40 mmHg
• 40-50 mmHg

Uses

Medical

Graduated compression stocking are often used to help treat medical conditions that cause swelling and/or tired, achy legs and feet. Often a higher level compression is used. Please speak with a physician before trying a graduated compression product for a medical condition.

Energize

Lower levels of graduated compression help to energize tired, achy legs by helping to improve circulation. Those who sit or stand for prolonged periods of time may benefit for energizing graduated compression.

Pregnancy

During pregnancy legs and feet can feel tired and heavy as well as swell. Graduated compression may help reduce the feeling of tired, achy legs by helping to improvie circulation. This improved circulation will also help to prevent swelling.