Compression knit

The modern world is aware of several types of knitwear and almost all of them are used for tailoring. But one type of this fabric is used for completely unexpected purposes - healing. Compression knitwear differs from the others in that it consists of nylon, lycra, cotton and microfiber, and due to the tightening properties it has a positive effect on the condition of the vessels.

Initially, people used bandages and ordinary pressure bandages to treat vascular diseases. They were terribly uncomfortable, contributed to the occurrence of open ulcers and even after their removal remained terrible discomfort and fatigue in the legs. When elastic bandages appeared on sale, the situation improved slightly, but one unpleasant moment remained - they needed to be wound in a certain way, and it took a lot of time and effort.

The basis of the creation of compression knitwear is a seamless technology for processing synthetic materials. Initially, a rubber thread was used to create them, but modern technologies allow maintaining the optimum temperature balance of the skin due to the processing of the fabric with silver ions. As a result, the fabric has antibacterial properties and is well kept on the foot.

The principle of the therapeutic effect of compression hosiery is based on the fact that in the process of its wearing there is a different pressure on certain parts of the legs. The maximum possible pressure is experiencing the area from the feet to the ankle. From the ankle to the thigh, the pressure slightly decreases and reaches 70% of the maximum possible. In the femoral region, the pressure decreases as much as possible and reaches 30 - 40% of the maximum possible. Such a difference in pressure contributes to the fact that the blood in the veins does not stagnate, but circulates normally.

It is interesting that, depending on the condition of the patient, different types of compression knitwear can be prescribed:

1. For people with mild swelling of the legs, as well as a strong feeling of fatigue in the limbs and older people with serious heart diseases, knitwear is designed, which exerts pressure of 8-15 mm Hg. Art.
2. People with minor varicose veins, as well as pregnant women and travelers are prescribed knitwear at 15-20 mm Hg. Art.
3. For people with thrombosis, moderate varicose veins, postoperative patients and persons with diseases of the joints is intended knitwear at 20-30 mm Hg. Art.
4. For individuals with severe edema, severe varicose diseases and severe venous ulcers, knitwear of 30-40 mm Hg is prescribed. Art.
5. For the treatment of lymphatic edema, people are prescribed the most squeezing type of knitwear. It exerts a pressure of 49 mm Hg on the leg. Art. and higher.

The prohibition category also includes people with severe violations of the skin surface of the feet and feet due to diabetes, bedsores, eczema and open wounds. As you can see, the use of compression hosiery is not always a panacea for vascular diseases, so consult with your doctor - phlebologist before using it.

If you still put compression knitwear you need to learn how to choose it. Now on sale you can find both compression knit bandages and underwear. With the modern way of life it is best to use the latest version of knitwear. When choosing compression underwear, consider the following:

1. If the problem area of ​​the legs ends in the lower leg area, it is better to buy socks.
2. If the problem has spread higher, it is better to use stockings and pantyhose.

With proper selection of compression underwear is of great importance size. To find out exactly what kind of underwear you need, you need to correctly measure the volume of the thigh at a distance of 25 - 30 cm above the knee (A), as well as the circumference of the knee (B), calf (C), lower leg (D) and foot (I). It is advisable to make measurements in the morning, be sure to record the parameters and remember the following:

1. If C equals 32–35 cm, and D equals 20–23 cm, respectively, then you will need golf of size S. If the above values ​​exceed each figure by 3 cm, then you will need size M, if 6 cm - L, and if 9 cm, then XL.
2. If A is equal to 44-52 cm, C is 29 - 37 cm, and D is 19 - 22 cm, stockings of size S will be required. If the above-mentioned values ​​exceed each indicator by 6 cm, then M will be needed if 12 cm - the size of L, and if at 18 cm, then the size of XL.

But to put on compression underwear is incredibly difficult, because with all its elasticity it is quite easily torn. If we consider that it costs a lot, the slightest mistake in the process of dressing can literally cost a lot. That is why, before you put on compression underwear should carefully read the instructions.

Immediately I would like to note that it is better to start putting on stockings in the morning, while the legs are not swollen. It is important to take care that there are no long nails and corns on the legs, because they can simply pull on the fabric or tear it. It is better to start to tighten the linen in latex gloves, and to act as follows:

1. Collect the top of the product in an accordion and slowly start putting on with the foot. It is important to ensure that the product in the process is not stretched and not twisted.
2. Next, you need to gradually straighten the accordion, pulling linen on the lower leg.
3. On the hips, the compression knit should be stretched while lying down, slightly rising when the fabric reaches the waist.

On sale now there are four types of assistive devices for putting on compression garments. In fact, they are plastic products, on which the linen is simply stretched to form a sufficient opening for the leg. After a careful tension in the hole, it remains to simply insert the leg, and gently removing it from the device, pull it over the hips. But since the physical capabilities of patients are different and four types of such devices were invented at once:

1. For persons whose mobility is limited, the devices of their category "Longo" are intended.
2. For large people developed devices from the "Big" series.
3. For people who are going to wear underwear on a long journey, a folding device from the Treyvel series is intended.
4. The Hospital Butler series with sliding mechanism is used in hospitals.

And there are several types of compression knitwear. This may be a hospital type of knitwear, which is used exclusively in medical institutions; medical, which can be used at home, but only when prescribing a doctor, as well as a preventive type of knitwear, which can be used without a doctor's appointment. It is interesting that each type of knitwear is divided into several separate subspecies.

This type of compression knitwear can be attributed to medical or hospital. To use it, there must be clear indications of vein problems, and these can be serious problems or minor deviations from the norm. This type of knitwear is often prescribed for pregnant women who have serious problems with blood vessels and swelling of the legs.

And this type of compression knitwear is already classified as prophylactic. It is prescribed to people who, because of a long stay on their feet and a constant load of muscles, feel tired. The category of people for whom such knitwear is intended includes active travelers and professional runners. Such underwear prevents the occurrence of edema and the development of diseases associated with vessels and veins.

Today, there are more than ten manufacturers of compression underwear, but the products of each of them differ significantly from each other. The difference can be as in price and design, and durability. So that you can accurately determine the type of knitwear you want to buy, consider the information about the six best brands - manufacturers of these products.

American brand that produces compression tights, stockings and socks of average wear resistance. The model range of this brand is quite wide, and the products are certified by Gosstandart of Russia. Compression underwear of this brand belongs to the average price category.

The products manufactured by this company have certificates and certificates: CEmark, IQNet, FDA. In case of compliance with the requirements for operation, the company provides a guarantee for the safety of compression properties up to 6 months for medical products and up to 3 months for prophylactic. The company also confirms the guaranteed number of washes in accordance with the instructions attached to the product.

The Swiss brand, whose compression products, is characterized by unsurpassed quality, enviable wear resistance and chic design. Underwear of this brand is most often used for the treatment of varicose veins, but is classified as expensive.

Compression underwear from this German manufacturer has a fairly high quality, but it costs a lot. A variety of product design - one of the main advantages of products from this manufacturer.

Another Italian brand, but already producing wear-resistant compression underwear of excellent quality. The products of this brand are in the category of expensive, but differs in a wide range and unsurpassed design.

And this is already a Russian manufacturer that produces compression garments at a relatively affordable price. It has excellent healing properties that persist throughout the year, and is very durable. People who have already tried the effects of this lingerie on themselves claim that it is very positive in wearing in terms of comfort.