Compression Socks (Medium 10-18mmHg)
Nurses, surgeons, and other healthcare workers are on their feet for eight or more hours per shift. Standing all day may lead to swelling, pain, and blood clots in your lower legs and feet. But with the right pair of compression socks, healthcare workers can reduce pain, improve blood circulation, and lower the risk of potentially life-threatening conditions, like deep vein thrombosis.
At Harmony Surgical Designs, we not only design beautiful scrub hats but cute compression socks as well! Available in light and medium compression levels, our therapeutic compression socks for healthcare workers are knee length and made from super soft nylon for all-day comfort. We guarantee you will find a pair that expresses your personality and will be the envy of everyone at your medical facility. Order now!
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FAQs
Should Nurses and Healthcare Workers Wear Compression Socks?
Yes, nurses and other healthcare workers should wear compression stockings. Spending long hours standing and walking puts a lot of strain on the circulatory system. The feet, ankles and lower legs may start to swell and ache. After weeks and years of this, nurses and other healthcare providers may develop varicose veins, edema, deep vein thrombosis, and other circulatory problems.
Is It Okay to Wear Compression Stockings All Day?
It is okay for most people to wear compression socks all day. Nurses and healthcare workers may need to wear them for 12 to 15 hours at a time during long shifts. The stockings stop blood from pooling in the feet and around the ankles, which can lead to health problems over time. Travelers on long flights, pregnant women, and diabetics should also consider wearing compression stockings.
What Level of Compression Socks for Nurses or Healthcare Workers Do I Need?
Nurses benefit from moderate compression, or our 10 to 18mmHg compression level socks. When standing for long periods of time, nurses may develop low blood flow, leg fatigue, vein problems and swelling. They should choose tall sizes of compression socks that compress the calf muscles as well as the foot and ankles.
Who Shouldn't Wear Compression Socks?
A person with diagnosed peripheral vascular disease shouldn't wear compression socks. The pressure may interfere with sufficient blood flow to their lower extremity. A person with diabetes should ask their endocrinologist before using compression socks. Overusing the socks, wearing the wrong size or not wearing them properly could cause wounds to the skin.
Do Compression Socks Help With Standing All Day?
Yes, compression socks help a lot when a person spends long periods of time standing. The compression material lowers the risk of varicose veins and other vascular problems that interfere with blood circulation. The breathable and elastic material also dissipates heat and sweat. It's best to start with a mild level of compression at 10 mmHg or less, then increase compression gradually if the pain or aches persist.
