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Many customers ask where to buy compression stockings. Compression stockings are considered a medical device and are available at many medical supply stores online. However, a wonderful option where to buy compression stockings is right here at the manufacturer, Dr. Scholl’s Socks. Dr. Scholl’s Socks carries a great selection of many varieties of compression stockings, in a number of configurations, sizes, and colors, at excellent prices. Dr. Scholl's socks offers friendly and knowledgeable customer service, too.
Where to buy compression stockings for post surgical and non-ambulatory individuals? Customers have found that Dr. Scholl's socks carries a large selection of post surgical/anti-embolism TED style stockings that are designed for patients who cannot move around much, and they can come with an inspection window on the toe (known as open toe), so that circulation can be monitored even while a patient is wearing them. These types of stockings are widely used as a medical device by hospitals and institutions all over the country because they are inexpensive, non-invasive and effective.
There are also graduated compression stockings, which are designed in a variety of strengths, from light compression for individuals who travel by airplane, pregnant women, athletes and people who work on their feet all day to heavier compressions that are designed for individuals who have medical conditions.
Airline passengers wearing compression stockings on long flights benefit from the decrease in the swelling of the feet that is so common during long flights in cramped airline seats with limited opportunity to move around. They also benefit by decreasing their risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a serious medical condition where a clot forms in the veins of the leg due to blood pooling there during long inactivity.
Pregnant women benefit from compression stockings because the stockings relieve some of the often uncomfortable swelling of the ankles and feet that is common during pregnancy.
Recent studies have even shown that athletes may benefit from the use of compression stockings to increase their muscular performance by increasing the blood return to their heart.
Individuals who stand on their feet all day at work benefit from the lift and relief from heavy legs that compression stockings provide. They can also reduce or help prevent varicose veins by using compression stockings during long periods of standing.
The great thing about compression stockings is that they are designed to look like hosiery, and so blend into normal clothing, not revealing that a medical device is in use at all. A variety of sizes and colors, as well as, different styles are available. If anyone asks you where to buy compression stockings in different colors and styles, tell them to visit DrSchollsSocks.com for the largest selection for men and women.
Dr. Scholl’s Socks is the leading supplier of medical socks and the answer to where to buy compression stockings.
Always consult your physician before wearing graduated compression socks. Dr. Scholl’s socks are not intended to cure or treat any ailment or disease but are constructed to provide comfort to everyday life.
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