Overview of the Use of Graduated Medical Compression for the Lower Leg
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Historically compression garments have been prescribed for the prevention and treatment of chronic venous insufficiency and deep vein thrombosis. Lower body compression garments, such as graduated compression stockings and leg sleeves were prescribed to patients in order to increase local blood flow, reduce blood pooling in the legs and increase venous return to the heart.1
Historically compression garments have been prescribed for the prevention and treatment of chronic venous insufficiency and deep vein thrombosis. Lower body compression garments, such as graduated compression stockings and leg sleeves were
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