Compression stockings are stretchy socks that gently squeeze your legs to support your veins and promote healthy circulation. Compression wraps, meanwhile, are non-elastic dressings that use velcro and straps for improved adjustability. They both provide both short-term benefits like reducing fatigue and leg pain and long-term benefits like decreasing the risk of developing conditions like deep vein thrombosis.
You can purchase compression stockings and wraps in varying levels of strength, depending on your specific needs. Compression garments are available for over-the-counter purchase. Dr. Heird may prescribe wraps or stockings to support your overall venous health or to help you recover after a vein treatment. You can also find compression garments in York available for over-the-counter purchase.
If you have any questions about compression stockings or wraps, feel free to give us a call! We’d love to hear from you and be a resource for you.