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Background:
We are a certified Jobst Service Centre. We offer a wide
selection of high quality Jobst Products. We have certified Jobst professionals
on site to ensure patients are fitted properly with the appropriate type
of stocking based on the clinical and individual requirements. We also
hold dedicated Jobst Service Centre Clinics for fittings and to handle
complex clinical situations.
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| Graduated Compression |
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| Compression of
a superficial vein |
Gradient compression delivers a squeezing to the leg that is tightest
at the ankle. The degree of squeezing or compression gradually decreases
up the leg. This compression, generally expressed in mmHg (millimeters
of mercury) provides two main benefits.
A complete understanding of precisely how compression
works remains unknown. Two actions are generally accepted. Probably the
most beneficial effects of compression are its effects on the capillaries
and tissue spaces.
Compression is believed to increase the pressure in the
tissues beneath the skin thus reducing excess leakage of fluid from the
capillaries and increasing absorption of tissue fluid by the capillaries
and lymphatic vessels. Compression therefore reduces and helps prevent
swelling.
The physical presence of the stocking also helps control the size (diameter)
of superficial veins beneath the stocking. The stocking does not allow
these superficial veins to over expand with blood. This action helps
prevent "pooling". The venous blood then flows more quickly
up the leg towards the heart.
Compressions Stockings may be utilized for:
- Varicose Veins that are Mild, Moderate or Severe
- Varicose Veins During Preganancy
- Tired, Aching Legs
- Leg Edema that is Mild, Moderate or Severe
- Lymphatic Edema
- Superficial Thrombophlebitis
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Management of Active Venous Ulcers
- Prevention of Recurrent Venous Ulcers
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Post Sclerotherapy and Surgical Edema
- Post Phlebetic Syndrome
To Purchase Stockings or Arrange a Appointment
for the Jobst Service Centre Please Call The Vein Institute of Toronto & Jobst
Service Centre at 416-925-2676