Compression therapy is an effective and popular treatment for a variety of issues. The pain from chronic conditions involving the veins, in particular, can be largely alleviated using compression therapy.
How Does It Work?
Compression therapy works by placing even, steady pressure over the affected area. The garments providing the compression act as an extra muscle. Although socks and stockings are the most commonly used methods for this therapy, there are a variety of other garments available to help with different areas of the body. Most commonly, these garments are worn during the day, when you are active, and then removed at night before you sleep.
So, why might this help you? Believe it or not, tight garments and constriction actually increases the blood flow to the area. This does many things for your body. It can prevent blood from pooling in the veins, reduce swelling, and prompt your body to heal itself.
What are the Benefits?
There are a lot of reasons that this type of treatment is growing in popularity. Some of the biggest benefits include:
- Enhances recovery
- Reduces pain
- Increases blood flow to the area
- Increases flexibility
- Reduces soreness
For all of those reasons and more, compression garments have been popular among athletes for many years.
What is Compression Therapy Used to Treat?
This type of therapy can be useful for a variety of ailments. It is most commonly used to treat chronic venous disease. It is also commonly used after surgeries to help with healing and pain management. Compression garments are also useful for keeping the blood flowing when traveling.
If you are ready to learn more about compression therapy and how it may help alleviate your pain, make an appointment at Pacific Vein Care in McHenry. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and get started!
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Category: reviews“I had problems walking to my mail box when I went to Pacific Vein Care. Dr. Conti found I had vein reflux and artery problems in both of my legs. He did his normal vein procedure on one leg and a special procedure at the hospital on the other leg and corrected the artery problems at the same time. I am very happy with the results from the procedures done at Pacific Vein Care to correct both my veins and artery problems. I can walk to my mail box again and not have to stop and rest part way there.”
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Category: reviews“For thirty Years I have put up with leg pain, throbbing and swelling due to varicose veins. At 63 years old, I made a choice to have Radiofrequency Ablation therapy and I am pleased to say my quality of life is back. I can now take long walks, exercise and stand for long period of time without discomfort. I recently purchased a pair of tall stylish boots and I can actually zip them up because I no longer suffer from edema.”
The procedures were not hard to go through and the result was a tremendous relief.
by Wayne, patient
Category: reviews“I recently – April/May of 2012 – had VNUS procedures done on my right and left legs. Dr. Conti and his staff were superb in the diagnosis and treatment of my condition. The process was fully explained to me and were virtually pain free. There was some discomfort in the week or two after the procedures which were easily handled by over the counter pain medications. I was impressed with Dr. Conti’s knowledge and professionalism and would recommend anyone waiting to treat their varicose veins NOT to wait. The procedures were not hard to go through and the result was a tremendous relief.”
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by Irene, patient
Category: reviews“In my experience… -Staff was welcoming, patient, accommodating, informative and fun to talk with. -Dr. Conti was knowledgeable, patient, informative, precise and also fun to talk with. Thank you for good memories. I am grateful for healing hands and hearts.”
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