Related Experiment Video
Updated: Apr 22, 2026

Fabrication of Compressed Hosiery and Measurement of its Pressure Characteristic Exerted on the Lower Limbs
Published on: May 27, 2020
[Use of elastic compression stockings]
Lisbeth Kallestrup1, Tine Søgaard, Inge Schjødt
1Hjertemedicinsk Afdeling, Aarhus Universitetshospital, Brendstrupgaardsvej 100, 8200 Aarhus. erikgrove@dadlnet.dk.
Post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) is a complication of deep vein thrombosis. Wearing elastic compression stockings can reduce the risk of PTS by half, improving patient quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Medicine
- Clinical Phlebology
Background:
- Post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) is a common sequela of deep venous thrombosis (DVT).
- PTS significantly diminishes patients' quality of life and elevates the risk of DVT recurrence.
- Venous insufficiency is the underlying cause of PTS.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the practical clinical applications of elastic compression stockings for PTS prevention and management.
- To highlight key considerations for the correct use of compression therapy in patients with a history of DVT.
Main Methods:
- This is a review article.
- The review synthesizes current evidence and clinical guidelines regarding compression therapy for PTS.
- Focus is on practical aspects of stocking use.
Main Results:
- Elastic compression stockings effectively reduce the risk of developing PTS by 50% after DVT.
- Proper application and consistent use of stockings are crucial for efficacy.
- Guidance on selecting and fitting compression stockings is essential.
Conclusions:
- Elastic compression stockings are a vital, evidence-based intervention for preventing and managing post-thrombotic syndrome.
- Adherence to correct clinical use protocols maximizes the benefits of compression therapy.
- Further research may refine optimal compression strategies.
More Related Videos
08:05Occlusion of the Great and Small Saphenous Vein Using Copolymeric Glue Based on N-Butyl Cyanoacrylate and Methacryloxy Sulfolane
Published on: December 9, 2022
04:34A Novel Non-invasive Method for the Detection of Elevated Intra-compartmental Pressures of the Leg
Published on: May 31, 2019
Related Concept Videos
Peripheral Artery Disease V: Postoperative Nursing Management
Assessing Blood pressure in the Leg
Preparation:
Varicose Veins II: Diagnostic Studies and Interprofessional Care
Venous Thrombosis III: Interprofessional Care
Elastin is Responsible for Tissue Elasticity
Ligaments and tendons are made of dense regular connective tissue, but in ligaments not all fibers are parallel. Dense regular elastic tissue contains elastin fibers and...
Veins of Lower Limbs
Formed by the union of the medial and lateral plantar veins, the posterior tibial vein, rising through the calf muscle, assimilates the fibular vein. The anterior tibial vein, a superior extension of the foot's dorsalis pedis vein, merges with the posterior tibial vein at the...