No. Our treatment is very different, treating the deeper layers thoroughly and slowly working inside out. Because of this, you will walk out as you walked in and can proceed with most normal activity, depending on the nature and severity of your problem.

The bandages are worn for 5 days then soaked off in the bath and replaced by a compression stocking which is then worn for 2 weeks. Mr Chaloner or Mr Sweeney will measure you personally for the correct size of stocking.

Compression hose are regarded by many vein specialists as an important tool in the treatment of venous disease. Compression hose have been proven effective at easing many of the symptoms associated with venous disease. They are also necessary after a procedure, either Sclerotherapy or CTEV, is performed. Furthermore, many insurance companies require a period of Class II Compression before a procedure can be performed.

Not at all. The compression stockings of today are sheer, lightweight and barely distinguishable from regular fasion stockings.

Yes. Compression therapy is an important part in the treatment of vein disease. In order to achieve and maintain pleasing cosmetic results, you must be committed to wearing compression stockings. Medical compression stockings will be applied at the end of each vein treatment session. Stockings are worn for 72 hours after the first session and daily for 2 weeks.

On Post-operative day 1 (POD 1), you can remove the dressings, allthough you cannot remove the butterfly strips (“steri-strips”) from the skin.

Contraindications (medical conditions in which compression is not recommended): Ischemia (e.g. advanced arterial disease) of the legs; Uncontrolled congestive heart failure; Untreated septic phlebitis of the leg; and, Phlegmasia coerulea dolens. The wearing of compression should also be used with caution in the presence of: Skin infections; Seeping dermatoses; Incompatibility to fabric of garment; Impaired sensitivity of the limb; and, Immobility (confinement to bed).

TED hose are compression stockings that we want you to wear for 6 weeks after surgery. They help the circulation in your legs and decrease your risk of forming blood clots (deep venous thromboses). You may take them off to shower and at night when you sleep. After 6 weeks, you are no longer required to wear them.

a. standing bandages, used for applying some kind of therapy to the horses legs and left on while the horse is in the stall during the day and over night. Standing bandages are also applied when a horse travels to make sure the horse does not do any damage to itself. b. polos / exercise bandages, used when the horse does its training. Some horses need them for a little support, or to prevent them hitting themselves (back legs crossing a little etc).

The stockings should be worn first thing in the morning before one gets out of bed. Some practice is required to wear compression stockings. One may either turn the stockings inside out or apply a small amount of silicone lotion to assist in wearing the stockings. One may also place a rubber glove on the toes and then pass the stockings over them to wear the stockings. A good deal of pulling is required to get the stockings past the ankle.

Only the leg with the symptoms or disease needs to wear the compression stocking. Some people prefer to wear compression on only the affected leg. Others may opt to wear the same brand of stocking but in a lower compression level on the unaffected or healthy leg. For example, your doctor may have told you to wear a 30-40 mmHg stocking for the chronic venous insufficiency present in one leg. You may choose to wear a 15-20 mmHg on the other leg.

The wearing time for gradient compression stockings is dependent on both the reason for wearing the compression and the amount of compression. A doctor is the best guide for this.

Graduated compression stockings are an important part of both cosmetic and medical treatment. They are available in several styles and colors. Your particular evaluation and treatment will determine how long you need to wear them. In some cases, insurance programs will cover certain procedures. Our billing office will be glad to work with you to determine which procedures will qualify for insurance coverage.

Surgical procedures that take more than an hour carry a risk of blood clot formation (deep vein thrombosis). Being up and about after surgery helps avoid this, as does wearing compression stockings. Whilst in hospital you will be given compression stockings and it is useful to continue wearing them for a few days after your surgery. This is particularly true if your journey home will take more than one hour. Please discuss this in detail with our surgeon or the nursing staff.

Insolia Inserts are not affected by the presence or absence of socks, stockings, panty hose, etc. top

No, very few surgeons use bandaging now as it can have a detrimental effect on the natural growth of the grafts.

You can shower on POD 1, and you should replace the dressing only as needed, with gauze dressing or band-aids.

It is strongly encouraged that you keep your bandages on follow your surgery. If you have an ace wrap on it is there to help the implants fall into the pocket. If you have tape on your skin it is important to leave it until your surgeon removes it. If you have steri strips over the incision, leave the steri strips on. The steri strips can get wet. You may shower when instructed to do so.

Unless otherwise noted, top quality man made fibers are used such as Chenille. If wool, or angora is used, it will be noted for those with allergies. All our wraps are handpicked for long endurance, texture, softness and comfort.

This varies by doctor and individual recovery times. Generally speaking, the stockings should be worn during the day, but can be removed at night. If there is no swelling after 2-3 weeks, usually their use can be discontinued, although some doctors may have you wear them up to 6 weeks. You'll receive instructions about your doctor's preferences before leaving the hospital.

This will not prevent the beneficial qualities of the copper being absorbed into the body, in fact the perspiration from the feet will assist the absorption of the copper.

Not at all. Today's compression stockings are sheer, lightweight and barely distinguishable from regular fashion stockings.

This varies by doctor and individual recovery times. Generally speaking, the stockings should be worn during the day, but can be removed at night. If there is no swelling after 2-3 weeks, usually their use can be discontinued, although some doctors may have you wear them up to 6 weeks. You'll receive instructions about your doctor's preferences before leaving the hospital.