How Can I Reduce Swelling In My Legs And Feet?

Do you have swelling in your legs and feet?

It is best to always consult with your healthcare professional to make sure you don’t have an underlying issue.

Compression stockings can assist with swollen feet and legs

Compression stockings’ main function is to assist in minimizing swelling in the lower extremities.

They can provide the benefit of helping to compress these areas of your body, to aid in the prevention of fluid building up in the tissue.

Without using compression stockings the fluid that builds up can cause severe pain.

Compression stockings come in a variety of levels of actual compression, and it is always best to consult with your doctor to find out which level would be best for you.

If you ever experience any of the following symptoms with your compression stockings, it is important to contact your healthcare provider immediately:

• Extreme pain or discomfort
• Numbness
• Tingling Sensation
• Change in color or temperature of your skin
• Any wound development

Compression Stockings Use

Most compression stockings are worn from the time you get up in the morning until the time you go to bed.

This assists in preventing swelling during the day.

Remove the stockings prior to bedtime or when you are bathing.

Some healthcare providers also recommend sleeping with your legs elevated to assist with swelling during the night.

These procedures should help reduce the swelling that you are experiencing.

Compression Stockings Instructions and Care

When you purchase compression stockings, you will be given instructions on how to use and care for them to make sure that they work properly for as long as possible.

Putting On Your Compression Stockings

The correct way to put on your compression stockings is to slowly put them over your toes and then work them around your heel, then up your legs.

Some people have used dishwashing gloves to assist in gripping the stockings.

When purchasing your stockings from a reputable place with certified fitters, they will teach you how to do this properly to make sure you are comfortable with the process.

You never want to force the stockings as this can cause holes or runs in the compression material.

Also make sure that you are not wearing any sharp rings or bracelets that could snag the stockings when you are putting them on.

Here’s Your Next Step

Here are Caring Touch Medical we carry a complete line of compression stockings and have certified fitters on staff at all of our convenient locations.

Click here to find our location that is closest to you.