In medical jargon, compression stockings are also known as :
– Varicose stockings
– Medical stockings
– Therapeutic elastic stockings
– Compression stockings
– Compression stockings
– Degressive gradient compression stockings
These medical stockings exert a degressive compression from the distal to the proximal part of the limb according to a controlled pressure gradient. They are a CE-marked medical device listed in the Belgian healthcare nomenclature (A.M.I.). When used for phlebological problems, their purpose is to improve venous return by reducing the diameter of any dilated veins. When used for lymphatic problems, their aim is to maintain the volume of the affected limb by exerting constant pressure on the skin and underlying tissues.
