What kind of compression stockings should women wear after they've had their veins injected?

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Jefferson Health Vein Treatment Practice

Published on Dec 09, 2019

Following sclerotherapy, we typically recommend 20-30 mmHg thigh-high compression stockings to be worn for 1 week, during the day.

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Answered by Jefferson Health Vein Treatment Practice

Following sclerotherapy, we typically recommend 20-30 mmHg thigh-high compression stockings to be worn for 1 week, during the day.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


The Sheen Vein Institute

Published on Mar 29, 2013

After having your veins injected, we typically recommend that thigh-high, 30-40 mmHg graduated compression stockings be worn.

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Answered by The Sheen Vein Institute

After having your veins injected, we typically recommend that thigh-high, 30-40 mmHg graduated compression stockings be worn.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein 911

Published on Mar 16, 2013

A general question with a general answer. Graduated compression hose are most often prescribed after veins are injected with a sclerosing agent. There are numerous materials and styles of compression hose but most are measured and fitted to the patient, and usually 20-30mmHg or 30-40mmHg compression hose are used. Most vein care practitioners prescribe compression hose after visual spider vein sclerotherapy but some, including myself, do not (except when spider veins are large and bulge the skin). After ultrasound-guided injections, compression hose are usually prescribed.

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Answered by Vein 911

A general question with a general answer. Graduated compression hose are most often prescribed after veins are injected with a sclerosing agent. There are numerous materials and styles of compression hose but most are measured and fitted to the patient, and usually 20-30mmHg or 30-40mmHg compression hose are used. Most vein care practitioners prescribe compression hose after visual spider vein sclerotherapy but some, including myself, do not (except when spider veins are large and bulge the skin). After ultrasound-guided injections, compression hose are usually prescribed.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Arizona Vein Specialists

Published on Mar 14, 2013

It depends on the size and extent of veins. Normally, 15-20mmHg, 20-30mmHg or 30-40mmHg compression is used from 3 to 7 days following vein treatment. Reverse gradient compression will be prescribed by your vein specialist. Sometimes, no stockings are recommended at all.

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Answered by Arizona Vein Specialists

It depends on the size and extent of veins. Normally, 15-20mmHg, 20-30mmHg or 30-40mmHg compression is used from 3 to 7 days following vein treatment. Reverse gradient compression will be prescribed by your vein specialist. Sometimes, no stockings are recommended at all.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Americas Vein Centers - Southborough

Published on Mar 14, 2013

We normally suggest a stocking with either 20-30 or 30-40 mmHg thigh-high compression.

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Answered by Americas Vein Centers - Southborough

We normally suggest a stocking with either 20-30 or 30-40 mmHg thigh-high compression.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Advanced Vein Center

Published on Mar 13, 2013

We recommend 20-30 mmHg knee or thigh-high compression hose, depending on what area(s) are being treated.

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Answered by Advanced Vein Center

We recommend 20-30 mmHg knee or thigh-high compression hose, depending on what area(s) are being treated.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Mar 13, 2013

It depends on the size of the veins, but at least 15-20 mmHg compression.

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

It depends on the size of the veins, but at least 15-20 mmHg compression.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

Published on Mar 13, 2013

20 mmHg





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Answered by Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

20 mmHg





Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Mar 13, 2013

We recommend a thigh-high of 20-30 mmHg compression. This is what is supported by studies.

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

We recommend a thigh-high of 20-30 mmHg compression. This is what is supported by studies.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Published on Mar 13, 2013

We use 20-30 mmHg compression, either knee- or thigh-length depending upon areas treated. I have my patients wear them 24 hrs a day for 3 days, then during the day for up to 4 additional days. They can be removed to shower. I recommend a good quality hose such as Sigvaris, which is more comfortable.

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Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis

We use 20-30 mmHg compression, either knee- or thigh-length depending upon areas treated. I have my patients wear them 24 hrs a day for 3 days, then during the day for up to 4 additional days. They can be removed to shower. I recommend a good quality hose such as Sigvaris, which is more comfortable.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Mar 13, 2013

I recommend compression post-sclerotherapy for 48 hours and 20-30mmHg compression is adequate.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

I recommend compression post-sclerotherapy for 48 hours and 20-30mmHg compression is adequate.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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