Managing venous disease with compression stockings

Venous compression is a medical treatment that applies controlled pressure to the legs using compression stockings, socks or tights.

This pressure supports the veins, promotes blood circulation and reduces the symptoms linked to venous disorders.

Venous return – that is, the return of blood from the legs to the heart – can become difficult because of factors such as:

• standing for long periods,
• venous insufficiency,
• pregnancy,
• a long journey,
• a family predisposition,
• or simply a feeling of heavy legs.

• Improving blood flow
• Reducing blood pooling in the legs
• Limiting the onset of oedema, pain and heaviness
• Preventing complications (varicose veins, phlebitis, depending on the prescription)

It may be prescribed or recommended:

• For heavy, tired legs
• As prevention when travelling or sitting for long periods
• During pregnancy
• For diagnosed varicose veins, oedema or venous disorders
• After certain surgical procedures (on medical advice)

At Zola Orthopédie, we offer a wide range of compression devices:

• Different compression strengths
• Various styles (socks, hold-ups, tights) — one-legged tights
• Several colours and materials
• Sizes to suit every body shape

Our orthotists advise you and take your measurements in store to ensure optimal comfort and maximum effectiveness.

Venous compression works without medication, in an entirely mechanical way.

Worn regularly, compression stockings provide:

• A rapid reduction in symptoms
• A better quality of life every day
• Lasting prevention of the progression of venous disease

They are indicated both as treatment and as prevention, depending on the compression class prescribed by the doctor.

At Zola Orthopédie, we offer:

• Several compression levels
• Different lengths (socks, hold-ups, tights)
• A wide choice of colours, materials and styles
• Models suited to every body shape, including larger sizes and shorter leg lengths

Our orthotists take your measurements in store to guarantee equipment that fits perfectly and is comfortable and effective.