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8-15 mmHg* |
Extra mild compression, preventative Keep legs healthy Prevention during early pregnancy Spider veins Minor swelling, fatigue, cramps |
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15-18 mmHg* |
Light compression, treats mild symptoms Minor varicose veins Prevention during pregnancy Spider veins Tired, achy legs After sclerotherapy Acrocyanosis |
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18-21 mmHg* |
Moderate compression, for present venous insufficiencies Varicose veins Mild swelling After vein surgery After sclerotherapy Foot and ankle joint disease |
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20-30 mmHg* |
Firm compression, for moderate to severe symptoms Moderate to severe varicosities Significant swelling Venous ulcers Deep vein thrombosis Reversible lymphedema |
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30-40 mmHg* |
Extra firm compression, for severe symptoms Severe varicosities Severe swelling Lymphedema Post-phlebectomy Superficial phlebitis Edema after trauma |
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*'mmHg'
stands for millimeters (mm) of mercury (Hg). |
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