Discover the Benefits of Therapeutic compression stockings
What are Therapeutic Compression stockings?
They are commonly referred to as support stockings, socks or simply stockings. Despite their different names, the importance of these stockings is often underestimated by misunderstandings. Therapeutic compression stockings are designed to prevent and treat both, and can be used for various conditions on the arms, hands, legs, feet, head or torso.
Avoid Problems with compression stockings:
- Avoid blood clots after surgery or surgery.
- Prevent Recurrent Leg wounds or open legs (bulcus).
- Avoid spatades at risk groups, such as people with a standing profession.
- Support Recovery After varicose vein surgery.
Treat Different Disorders:
- Gravity In the legs.
- Sprataders for a healthier look and feeling.
- Deep Venous Thrombosis(blood clots in the deep blood vessel system).
- Post-Thrombotic Syndrome due to old thrombosis in the leg.
- Swelling by lymphoedema, venous oedema or lip oedema.
When and how long do you have to wear the stockings?
Whether you use the stocking for prevention or treatment, it is important to take this During the day wear when you are active. At night, when you rest, the stockings are usually worn off to ensure comfort and avoid excessive pressure.
Important: Put on the stocking immediately after waking up to prevent swelling from occurring when standing upright. For optimal results, wearing is essential daily. The therapeutic stocking should give a comfortable and supportive feeling. If you notice that the stocking is inoculating, causing wounds or pain, please contact your kinesitherapist or the lymphovenic center for advice.
Experience the Force of Compression
Therapeutic compression stockings are more than just a tool . . they are a step towards a healthier and more comfortable life. Let yourself be well informed and discover how these stockings can help you in both prevention and treatment of various diseases.
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When and by whom do you measure your stockings?
Size Stocking: The Importance of Correct Measurement
For the effective treatment of deep vein thrombosis or swelling in the legs, stockings should be measured when swelling is reduced to maximum. This usually happens after applying compression windings, exercise therapy and possibly lymph drainage. It is essential that there is no pitting anymore. Pitting refers to the dimples that arise when you press your thumb on the skin.
Who's measuring the stockings?
The measurement of your stockings must be carried out by an approved bandagist. Only in this way can you ensure that your stocking is fit and effective. Please note: The reimbursement for therapeutic compression stockings by your health insurance fund is limited and applies in specific cases. Please inform your bandagister which options are eligible for reimbursement.
Repayment of compression stockings
Lymphedema:
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Armstock
- Indication: Lymphedema after complete or partial removal of the breast.
- Regulation: Received from a specialist in surgery, gynecology-obstetrics, physical medicine and rehabilitation, radiotherapy, pediatrics or medical oncology.
- Fee: Four gloves and two arm stockings per year from the date of approval.
- Notes: The arm stocking and glove shall consist of two separate parts. Compression class shall be at least 2 (CCL2).
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Legstock
- Indication: Uni- or bilateral lymphoedema following groin or pelvic eviscerated skin, irradiating the groin and pelvic region, primary lymphoedema or congenital malformations of the blood vessel system.
- Regulation: First delivery by a specialist in surgery, internal medicine, gynecology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, radiotherapy, paediatrics or medical oncology; renewal by each treating doctor, including general practitioners.
- Fee: Four compression pieces per year, starting from the date of delivery of the first stocking. This includes one leg stockings, a pair for both legs or compression pants. One-time a pulling aid (butler only).
- Notes: Compression class must be at least 3 (CCL3), except for children and adolescents up to 15 years of age, where CCL2 is also permitted.
Chronic Venous Insolvency:
- Indication: Recurrent leg wounds, blood clots in the deep blood vessels (deep vein thrombosis), or old thrombosis bone (post-thrombotic syndrome).
- Regulation: Every treating doctor, including general practitioners.
- Fee: Two stockings per leg per year from the date of approval of the stocking.
- Notes: The therapeutic stockings must be purchased from an approved bandagist.
Good to know: For optimal operation and refund of your stockings, make sure you have them measured by an approved bandagist and follow the regulations carefully. Do you have any questions about the refund or the right stockings for your situation? Please feel free to contact your specialist or bandagister for advice.
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Attracting Your Stockings: Steps and Tools
Without Attraction
Armstock:
- Form Check: Make sure that the arm stocking fits well by running the seam of the stocking over the elbow, in line with the shape of your arm.
- Fold: Fold the arm stocking double to just past the elbow piece.
- Apply: Pull the stocking over your arm to the elbow fold, so that the edge at the wrist is just below the bone protrusion.
- Attract: Fold the stocking again and pull it up to just below the armpit fold. If the stocking does not reach the armchair fold, it is too short.
- - Oh, my God. The arm stocking is comfortable when it covers the arm evenly without folds.
Glove:
- Attract: Put on the glove like any other gloves.
- Between the Fingers: Make sure that the fabric is pushed up between the fingers. Make a prayer sign with the other hand to achieve this.
- - Oh, my God. If the glove causes tingling or the fingertips are white or blue, consult a kinesitherapist of the lymphovenic center.
Legstock:
- Seam Position: If the legstock has a seam, make sure it runs over the middle of the back of the leg.
- Fold: Fold the leg tube to the edge of the heel.
- Foot placement: Place your toes in the opening and pull the pedestal over the foot to the heel.
- Apply: Pull the stocking completely over the heel and ankle joint. This can be the hardest part.
- Step by Step: Continue to lift the stocking in steps: pull the stocking on the lower leg and if necessary also on the upper leg. Pull up the stocking, fold and repeat if necessary.
- High stocking: In the case of upper leg stocking, it should be applied as high as possible to the buttock fold.
Compression pants:
- Two persons: It is easier to pull the compression pants with two persons: the wearer pulls up the trousers in front, while a second person pulls them up at the back.
- Height: Pull up the compression trousers as high as possible until the horizontal seam is in the groin.
With Attraction Help
Silk Tip:
- Usage: For knee or leg stockings with an open toe.
- Procedure: Put the side tip with the long side on the foot back. Pull the stocking according to the above steps. Pull out the sides tip when the stocking is on.
Double Wall Bag:
- Usage: For arm, knee and leg stockings with open toe.
- Procedure: Fold the bag double to just past the elbow or ankle piece. Insert the arm or foot deep into the pocket. Pull the stocking according to the above steps. Pull out the bag using a door handle or another person while holding the stocking in place.
Bag with Magnets:
- Usage: For knee and leg stockings with closed toes.
- Procedure: Fold the bag with the help of magnets. Insert the foot completely into the pocket and pull the stocking according to the above steps. Pull out the bag while you move the toes.
Butler Arm:
- Usage: For arm stockings.
- Procedure: Place the butler on the edge of the table and place the arm stocking in the semicircular opening. Fold the stocking over the opening to the elbow. Put your hand in the opening and push the stocking towards the el arch region while holding the butlers. Slide the buteller out of the folded stocking and bring the stocking to the upper arm.
Rubber glove:
- Usage: For every stocking.
- Procedure: Use the rubber glove to improve grip on the stocking.
Butler Leg:
- Usage: For knee or leg stockings with open or closed toes.
- Procedure: Put the leg stocking in the hemispherical opening with the heel back. Stick your foot into the opening and push the stocking over the foot and heel. Pull up the stocking to the knee and remove the butler step by step as you pull up the box.
With these guidelines and tools, attracting your compression stockings will be much easier. If you have any questions or problems, do not hesitate to ask your specialist or bandagist for advice.
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Extracting Your Stock and Maintenance Tips
Extracting the stocking
Butler Off:
- Usage: Suitable for knee or leg stockings with open or closed toes.
- Procedure: Put the Butler Off in the stocking and push the stocking over the heel to pull it out.
Bag:
- Usage: Suitable for knee or leg stockings with open or closed toes.
- Procedure:
- Insert the foot and compression tube into the bag as deep as possible.
- Wrap the Velcro circularly around the leg.
- Fold the leg stocking over the bag and pull out the stocking.
Maintenance and Washing Instructions
What You Do Good:
- Hydration: Hydrate the skin . . after removing the stocking, in the evening. This prevents damage to the stocking.
- Wash: Wash the stocking at least twice a week. This can be done by hand or on a cold washing setting (maximum 30°C) in the washing machine.
- Drying: Place the stocking horizontally on a drying rack to dry. This prevents distortion and retains elasticity.
What you should avoid:
- Hydration: Avoid moisturizing the skin in the morning before attracting the stocking, as this may damage the stocking.
- Wash: Wash the stocking not uncommon; insufficient washing can reduce the pressure capacity of the stocking by accumulation of dirt and sweat.
- Drying: Do not dry the stocking in the dryer or on a heat source, such as a radiator. This can damage or shrink the stocking.
Tip: Note the date you first worn the stocking. This helps you to plan the replacement date and ensure that the stocking is always in optimal condition.
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