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Which is better for SCI/para injuries, TED stockings or compression stockings?
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I have worn a thigh-high TED stocking that is open toe for 20 yrs. I am wondering if being used on a paralyzed leg with moderate DTD activity (as can be), if switching to a compression stocking would be better...
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Is it common to have a bad experience wearing the Ted stocking?
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I had total hip replacement on the left side and after surgery wore thigh-highTed stockings on both legs. I woke up in the middle of the night with stinging pain in one leg above the knee. My stocking had rolle...
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Compression Stocking and exercising, especially when jogging long distances?
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Is it a good idea/ beneficial to wear compression socks/stockings when exercising? Especially when jogging long distances? I also already have vague signs of some spider veins.
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What Compression Stocking Devices can help me?
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What devices are available to help me put on my compression stockings ??
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Can compression stockings cause pain?
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I was just diagnosed with an SVT in L medial lower leg halfway down. My symptoms began about 1" below medial knee joint. I just started wearing my compression stockings (20-30 mmHg). There was some relief for 9...
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What type of Compression Hose should i choose?
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I have spider veins in my both thighs.what type of compression hose should i wear? Below knee or above knee?
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My husband is having pain in his heel after wearing compression socks, is this normal?
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My husband started wearing compression socks. They were measured and seemed to be the correct fit for his legs, but then he started having pain in his heel from the socks. Is this normal? He needs to keep weari...
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Is leg pain normal when wearing TED stockings?
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I have soreness in my legs (inner calf area) when wearing TED stockings, is this normal?
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My compression stockings are too tight, how can I stretch the area?
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I have worn new compression stockings that are too tight just below my knee. Is there a method to stretch this area?
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I have clots in my left leg, can the right leg become affected too?
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I have Factor V Leiden and now have two permanent clots in my left leg. I was also recently diagnosed with post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS). My question is about venous insufficiency, as my legs are tired and wea...
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Should I wear compression stockings at night?
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I had the procedure this morning and wore the compression stockings all day but I can't remember if the Dr. said to wear them when I sleep?
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Is it safe to increase the grade of my compression stockings to 70 mmHg?
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I'm a medical student with severe chronic venous reflux due to a proximal DVT secondary to a hypoplastic IVC. I wear compression 40-50mmHg, but it's still insufficient as my legs swell and tire easily. Can I in...
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Should I wear compression stockings while exercising? I have a lot of spider veins and lift heavy weights.
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I have a lot of spider veins on my legs. I lift heavy weights at the gym. Should I be wearing compression stockings while exercising to help prevent more veins, or does it matter? Thank you for your help!
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Will Compression Stockings help with leg pain?
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I am experiencing extreme pain in both calf muscles and have egg size swelling on each outer leg. My GP has recently told me to just go to the drug store and buy support hose because I have symptoms of varicos...
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Which type of compression stockings work best when exercising?
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I'm 2 weeks post-ablation/microphlebectomy. I want to start back up at the gym, but am unsure of what type of compression to use while working out. Socks/sleeves/pants? Medical grade? Brands? Thanks!
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After wearing compression hose my head hurts, I feel nauseous, and my teet hurt. Why?
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I have leaking valves in the vein of my right thigh. I've been told to wear compression hose level 20-30 mmHg. For two days now, after 2.5 hours, I get a nasty headache in my left temple, my jaw hurts and I fee...
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If my compression stockings are causing my legs and ankles to swell even during elevation, what should I do?
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I had a deep vein thrombosis. My legs and ankles have become swollen while wearing compression stockings, making getting shoes on and walking extremely uncomfortable. Elevating my legs with the stockings on doe...
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Will it hurt me if I wear class II stocking with spider telangiectasia legs?
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Which of the three running compression socks are best.
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I am considering three different types of running compression socks. One is around 20mmHg, but I don't know if they are graduated because that's the only number I got. The other pair is between 14-28mmHg and is...
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