What is Compression Stockings/Socks?
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Compression stockings are used to support the venous and lymphatic systems of the leg. They offer graduated compression where maximum compression is achieved at the ankle and decreases as you move up the leg.
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How do members experience Compression Stockings/Socks?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deep vein thrombosis | 178 | 20 | |
| Varicose veins of legs | 92 | 7 | |
| Venous insufficiency | 67 | 4 | |
| Ankle sprain | 39 | 2 | |
| Protein S deficiency | 25 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Uncomfortable | 3 | |
| Corns and calluses | 2 | |
| Loss of circulation (cut off) | 2 | |
| Feet tingling | 1 | |
| Joint pain in knees | 1 | |
| Low blood pressure | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 4 | |
| Moderate | 8 | |
| Mild | 17 | |
| None | 38 |
Member evaluations
FlameKeeper
evaluated on Jul 07, 2016
- Perceived effectiveness for varicose veins of legs: Moderate
- Side effects: None
woofhound
evaluated on Mar 13, 2015
- Perceived effectiveness for restless legs syndrome: Moderate
- Side effects: None
freka
evaluated on Feb 17, 2015
- Perceived effectiveness for postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome: Moderate
- Side effects: None
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