I am a smoker, can I safely wear compression stockings?

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Vein Treatment Clinic

Published on Aug 06, 2018

If you want to use conservative methods of treatment that do not require surgical medical interventions, they must be done under the guidance of a medical specialist.

These methods can include medical-grade compression stockings, avoiding prolonged standing, leg elevation technique, exercise, weight loss, healthy diet, etc.

Even though present conditions will not be eliminated with conservative treatment, progression or complications could be avoided by managing your care with conservative methods and a more healthy lifestyle.

I recommend you seek medical guidance to start incorporating these into your routine.

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Answered by Vein Treatment Clinic

If you want to use conservative methods of treatment that do not require surgical medical interventions, they must be done under the guidance of a medical specialist.

These methods can include medical-grade compression stockings, avoiding prolonged standing, leg elevation technique, exercise, weight loss, healthy diet, etc.

Even though present conditions will not be eliminated with conservative treatment, progression or complications could be avoided by managing your care with conservative methods and a more healthy lifestyle.

I recommend you seek medical guidance to start incorporating these into your routine.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Daniels Vein and Cosmetic Center

Published on Jun 11, 2014

Absolutely

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Answered by Daniels Vein and Cosmetic Center

Absolutely

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Finesse Surgical Solutions

Published on Jun 09, 2014

The answer is yes.

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Answered by Finesse Surgical Solutions

The answer is yes.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

Published on Jun 09, 2014

Yes.

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Answered by Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

Yes.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Yes, stockings would be fine to use, but you should stop smoking for overall health benefit.

Answered by HeartCare Associates Vein Center (View Profile)

Yes, stockings would be fine to use, but you should stop smoking for overall health benefit.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Advanced Surgical Arts

Published on Jun 06, 2014

Yes, you can wear compression stockings. They are medical devices, so they need to be measured to fit your leg. Please find a qualified person to properly fit the stockings for your legs. I don't know the exact reason why you want to wear compression hoses, but I imagine that you have varicose veins or symptoms of venous reflux disease. This should be evaluated by a qualified vein doctor so determine the extent of this problem, if it exists in you.

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Answered by Advanced Surgical Arts

Yes, you can wear compression stockings. They are medical devices, so they need to be measured to fit your leg. Please find a qualified person to properly fit the stockings for your legs. I don't know the exact reason why you want to wear compression hoses, but I imagine that you have varicose veins or symptoms of venous reflux disease. This should be evaluated by a qualified vein doctor so determine the extent of this problem, if it exists in you.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Jun 06, 2014

Being a smoker does not conflict with the effectiveness of wearing compression stockings.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Being a smoker does not conflict with the effectiveness of wearing compression stockings.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


VeinSolutions - Edina

Published on Jun 06, 2014

Yes, you may safely wear compression hose. Also consider, very seriously, ending your smoking habit. The damage it is doing not just to your veins but particularly to your arteries is potentially quite severe and life threatening. Just some food for thought as compression hose are not the magic answer to preventing the damage being done to your system by smoking.

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Answered by VeinSolutions - Edina

Yes, you may safely wear compression hose. Also consider, very seriously, ending your smoking habit. The damage it is doing not just to your veins but particularly to your arteries is potentially quite severe and life threatening. Just some food for thought as compression hose are not the magic answer to preventing the damage being done to your system by smoking.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Published on Jun 06, 2014

Yes provided they are correctly measured and fitted. If for health, a lower compression knee length is adequate.

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Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Yes provided they are correctly measured and fitted. If for health, a lower compression knee length is adequate.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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