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Compression Stockings & Socks for Edema Treatment | Compression Support Hose
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Compression Stockings & Socks for Edema Treatment

Edema Are you suffering from any swelling in your legs because of injury, inflammation, or other medical problems? You may be suffering from an edema. Edema is swelling caused by an excessive accumulation of fluid in the small spaces that surround the tissue and organs. This accumulation can occur when your capillaries leak fluid as a result of damage or increased pressure. Your body tries to compensate for the loss of fluid in your capillaries by retaining water in your kidneys. This over compensation then causes the capillaries to leak even more, creating a cycle of excess fluid throughout the body. When the fluid leaks into the surrounding tissue, the tissue swells and causes edema. Edema occurs most often in the legs because there is constant pressure on them. Various problems can cause peripheral edema in the legs, which may not be related to a specific disease. Edemas are very common after injuries like a strained muscle, an infection, or an insect bite. Swelling in the legs is also typical during pregnancy, and leg edemas can make the legs feel heavy and uncomfortable. Ease by Therafirm compression socks and stockings can help reduce an edema by promoting better blood flow in your legs, especially when the swelling is caused by an injury. Our compression products are a great and easy way to combat swelling and can make a big difference on a daily basis. Don’t let discomfort keep you from living your life! Our support stockings are made with the highest qual