
The Benefits of Compression Therapy, Part 3 of 3
Dr. Schul recommends that compression wearers first ask themselves, “what am I trying to accomplish by using compression?” If it is solely to reduce venous pressure or related swelling, there are many other ways to achieve this.

The Benefits of Compression Therapy, Part 2 of 3
Dr. Schul shares that merely one out of five of his patients report that the stockings purchased from a drug or big-box store gave them the relief they were seeking. That means approximately 80 percent of patients had a negative compression experience when purchased outside of a medical setting.

The Benefits of Compression Therapy, Part 1 of 3
“Compression therapy is a tool used for a variety of lower extremity problems,” says Dr. Schul. He explains that “compression creates a ‘compartment’ in the legs that do not allow the pressure of backward flowing veins to exert tissue effects on the skin.”

Entender su riesgo de coágulos de sangre
Conocer su nivel de riesgo de trombosis venosa profunda podría salvarle la vida. El Dr. Martin Schul del Center for Vein Restoration explica por qué.