SIGVARIS Men's Access 970 Closed-Toe Thigh High Medical Compression 20-30mmHg

Size:Medium Long | Color:Black SIGVARIS ACCESS compression stockings featurelasting microfiber softness in a graduated medical compression hose. Thistraditionally designed hosiery features a reinforced heel area, a wide toearea and is designed to stay in place.How does graduated compression therapyhelp with the management of venous problems?As a person walks, the contractionand relaxation of the calf muscles around the veins aid in moving blood towardthe heart. The external graduated compression of SIGVARIS socks and stockingsact as a layer of muscle by gently squeezing the stretched vein wallstogether, allowing the valves to close. The cavity of the vein is reduced,thereby restoring blood flow to a normal state and aiding overallcirculation.By compressing the limb with graduated compression - strongest atthe ankle and decreasing going u p the leg - the compression stocking helpsthe venous return, decreases venous pressure, prevents venous stasis, reducesedema and deterioration of venous walls, and relieves aching and heavy legs byaiding the body in moving blood up the leg against the pull of gravity. To bemost effective, the socks or stockings should be put on at the start of theday and removed before going to bed. Wearing SIGVARIS graduated compression isvital for the prevention and treatment of varicose veins and other circulatoryproblems. About SIGVARIS:The Swiss company SIGVARIS, 100% family-owned sinceit was founded, is the global market leader in the manufacture of medicalcompression garments and celebratedits 150th anniversary in 2014. With over 8million pairs of stockings created in 2015, SIGVARIS has its headquarters inSwitzerland and employs over 1,500 people. SIGVARIS pursues an internationalgrowth strategy on the solid foundation of more than 150 years of success.