How long do I have to wear compression stockings?

How long are stockings required after endovenous laser ablation? How do they help?

Answers from doctors (7)


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Sep 12, 2010

After endovenous laser ablation compression stockings should be worn for about 2 weeks. I tell them to wear them as much as possible and that they can be removed for exercise or showering. They help by reducing swelling and bruising and improving venous return. Many patients just feel more comfortable wearing the stockings after the procedure.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

After endovenous laser ablation compression stockings should be worn for about 2 weeks. I tell them to wear them as much as possible and that they can be removed for exercise or showering. They help by reducing swelling and bruising and improving venous return. Many patients just feel more comfortable wearing the stockings after the procedure.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Nov 18, 2009

I have my patients wear their stockings for only 1 weeks after ablation. but can be doing almost all normal activities during that whole time.some patients prefer to wear them a few more weeks for comfort reasons.

The stockings maintain compression on the treated vein to prevent it from opening back up, as well as reducing swelling, bruising and providing support and protection to the limb as healing progresses.

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

I have my patients wear their stockings for only 1 weeks after ablation. but can be doing almost all normal activities during that whole time.some patients prefer to wear them a few more weeks for comfort reasons.

The stockings maintain compression on the treated vein to prevent it from opening back up, as well as reducing swelling, bruising and providing support and protection to the limb as healing progresses.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Miller Vein

Published on Nov 18, 2009

Usually about two weeks. They usually make patients feel better while recovering and if a person experiences delayed pain after the procedure, graded compression stockings help.

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Answered by Miller Vein

Usually about two weeks. They usually make patients feel better while recovering and if a person experiences delayed pain after the procedure, graded compression stockings help.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Angelo N. Makris MD

Published on Nov 17, 2009

It varies depending on the treating physician. However, it usually is between one to two weeks. They help by extrinsically compressing the ablated vein and minimizing a recurrence due to the vein reopening. They also help to minimize superficial thrombophlebitis.

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Answered by Angelo N. Makris MD

It varies depending on the treating physician. However, it usually is between one to two weeks. They help by extrinsically compressing the ablated vein and minimizing a recurrence due to the vein reopening. They also help to minimize superficial thrombophlebitis.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Innovative Vein

Published on Nov 16, 2009

Stockings are a good idea following the procedure so that post-procedural pain and swelling can be controlled. In most cases, as long as a patient wears the stockings daily, they may return to normal activities immediately. Most physicians have patients wear stockings for at least the first week, but sometimes up to 2 or more depending on their progress.

Answered by Innovative Vein (View Profile)

Stockings are a good idea following the procedure so that post-procedural pain and swelling can be controlled. In most cases, as long as a patient wears the stockings daily, they may return to normal activities immediately. Most physicians have patients wear stockings for at least the first week, but sometimes up to 2 or more depending on their progress.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Heart and Vein Center

Published on Nov 16, 2009

You should wear compression stockings for at least 15 days after the procedure. The results are better and the chances of failure are less.

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Answered by Heart and Vein Center

You should wear compression stockings for at least 15 days after the procedure. The results are better and the chances of failure are less.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Published on Nov 16, 2009

Help with healing. Usually should wear them 1-2 weeks.

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Answered by Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Help with healing. Usually should wear them 1-2 weeks.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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