Monday, February 20, 2012

Compression stockings for health and active life

Compression stockings
Compression shorts and shirts are popular as sportswear because they seem to help muscles during a work out.

However, this may not be the only beneficial use for compression garments.

A company, CompressionStockings.com, sells compression stockingsfrom a number of brands: Jobst, Juzo, Mediven, Sigvaris, Cep, Zensah, LympheDivas and Bio Compression Systems.

Compression stocking increase the pressure in the tissue and can provide relief to fatigue, heaviness and aching legs. Anyone can benefit from compression stockings, especially those spending a lot of time sitting, standing or in a sedentary position. Compression stockings can be helpful in athletic activities, maternity and a variety of health related issues such as:

Active venous ulcers
Diabetes
Healed venous ulcers
Leg swelling
Lymphedema
Post-thrombotic syndrome
Tired, aching, heavy feeling legs
Varicose veins
Venous insufficiency

Some of these products may fall in the category of medicinal items and may require consultation with a physician for its appropriateness and/or to be covered by the health insurance.

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More Information
http://www.compressionstockings.com/
Tel: (877-393-4848); 631-666-2020
Sales@compressionstockings.com
1971 Union Blvd Suite B
Bay Shore, NY 11706