What Are Medical Compression Stockings and How Do They Work?

What Are Medical Compression Stockings and How Do They Work?

From hospital wards to home recovery kits, medical compression stockings have become a trusted ally in improving leg health. But what exactly are they, and why are they so important in the medical world?

The Basics: What Are They?

Medical compression stockings are specially designed elastic garments worn around the legs to apply controlled pressure. This pressure is highest at the ankle and gradually decreases up the leg—a concept known as graduated compression. Their primary goal? To support healthy blood flow, prevent swelling, and reduce the risk of serious conditions like deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and chronic venous insufficiency (CVI).

Unlike regular compression socks, Sorgen medical compression stockings are clinically designed, doctor-recommended, and tested for therapeutic use.

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Did you know compression therapy dates back to ancient Egypt? Hieroglyphs show soldiers wrapping their legs for support after battle. Fast-forward to the 20th century, and German engineer Conrad Jobst—who himself suffered from venous disease—developed the first modern medical compression stocking. His invention was driven by personal need and scientific curiosity.

How They Work: The Science Behind the Pressure
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The veins in your legs carry blood back to the heart against gravity. In patients with weakened or damaged valves, blood tends to pool in the lower limbs, causing swelling, fatigue, or varicose veins. Sorgen medical compression stockings help counteract this by:

  • Applying highest pressure at the ankle to push blood upward

  • Enhancing venous return and oxygen delivery

  • Reducing swelling, inflammation, and risk of clot formation

In fact, a study published in the Journal of Vascular Surgery noted that compression therapy reduced venous pressure and improved leg pain in over 80% of patients with varicose veins.

When Are They Used?

Doctors recommend medical compression stockings for a wide range of conditions and use cases, including:

  • Post-surgery recovery

  • Pregnancy-related leg swelling

  • Long-haul travel (to prevent DVT)

  • Chronic venous disorders

  • Lymphedema or leg ulcers

  • Occupational fatigue for people who stand or sit for long hours

These stockings are available in different pressure levels (e.g., Class 1, Class 2), depending on the condition being treated.

A Trusted Wellness Tool

Beyond clinical use, Sorgen medical compression stockings are appreciated for their comfort, durability, and effectiveness. With reinforced heels and toes, breathable fabrics, and medically tested compression levels, they’re not just garments—they’re a part of recovery and preventive care.

Final Word

Whether you're managing a chronic condition or recovering post-surgery, medical compression stockings are more than a wellness trend—they’re a proven, doctor-endorsed solution backed by history and science. Choose quality, choose comfort, choose Sorgen medical compression stockings.

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