Compress Before You Dress

Do you experience itchiness, cramps, pain, restlessness, heavy or swollen legs throughout the day or when you travel?

This is often the first sign of venous insufficiency. A slowing of blood flow which can lead to a multitude of health issue including varicose veins, thrombosis, blood pooling, thinning or skin discolouration and a high risk for infection.

Standing or sitting for long periods of time, pregnancy, a genetic predisposition, as well as unhealthy lifestyles can increase your risk of experiencing venous insufficiency.  Venous conditions are among the most common health issues today affecting men & women alike and often go unrecognized. 

Here is the good news. Exercise, diet, massage and compression therapy are forms of treatment that can relieve symptoms & prevent disease progression.

Compression therapy consists of external stockings, sleeves or bandages with various compression ratings that apply external pressure to the extremities leading to improved venous flow.

Compression is not only for venous insufficiency of the lower legs.  It can also assist with athletic performance and lymphatic drainage specifically for people with breast cancer. Often surgery or radiation to the lymph nodes can disrupt the flow of fluid in the body leading to swelling within the neck, chest, arms and abdomen. Medical grade compression sleeves can assist with lymph drainage and decrease feelings of heaviness, pain or weakness.  

Compression therapy has made profound strides in the variety of applications, materials, colours and patterns. They can be just as attractive and comfortable to wear as fashion stockings, while supporting your overall health and wellbeing.                                 

Book your consultation today with a professional fitter. Experience a personal assessment & sizing to support your optimal health. A medical prescription from a physician is required.