We all have a series of valves at intervals in the length of our legs that only open in the direction of the heart.
The blood from our legs is pumped back to the heart in stages and, because the legs are below and the furthest from the heart, the blood must fight to flow in an uphill manner.
It is, therefore, understandable that this diligent network could break down over time.
It is when these valves become worn and all the necessary blood is not returned to the heart that 'venous insufficiency' occurs.
The pressure increases causing the veins to expand which will cause a reduction in circulation and, subsequently, valve breakdown.
The above-described conditions are painful and are known to lead to major health problems such as varicose veins and blood clots if not cared for in their early stages.
A condition known as edema [which can occur following surgery] and maternity/pregnancy can also create these uncomfortable and unsightly problems.
A method of relief for the above symptoms is known as compression or support hosiery, knee-highs, and panty hose.
These are an exclusive type of hosiery for women that concentrate the veins at the surface of the skin, reducing their thickness which forces the blood to continue its upward movement.
This compression has been medically proven to increase the speed of the blood moving through our veins.
It is this increase in the rate of movement that will alleviate the pain and discomfort described above.
The best of these types of hosiery will initiate the most pressure at the ankle and continue in graduated levels up the leg.
Men are not exempt from this condition.
It can occur after lengthy periods of being seated or due to pressure levels found in airplanes during travel and the symptoms would be similar to those described above.
The compression hosiery designed for men takes the form of dress socks and will offer varying degrees of support.
Pregnant women who are afflicted with these complications have specific maternity styles of compression hosiery and panty hose designed for them.
Graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, knee-highs, and socks have a proven track record and are usually the most recommended method of relief by the medical profession for all types of minor or major leg pain that can be directly related to swelling, insufficient blood flow, varicose veins as well as other related blood-flow problems.
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