Sentences with phrase «wear lesser compression»

It is common in these cases to first wear lesser compression to adjust to the feeling.

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Wearing compression stockings together with different methods can assist the legs to feel less tired and appear less swollen.

Wearing compression stockings for legs edema together with different methods can assist the legs to feel less tired and appear less swollen.

Rest: Unpainful movement of the area is important, but avoid putting weight on the injury for a prolonged time, perhaps by using crutches, until it is less painful to use Ice: Apply ice, not heat, to the affected area for 10 to 20 minutes every hour or two throughout the first 24 to 72 hours or until the swelling subsides Compression: Wear an elastic compression wrap for the first 24 to 36 hours to help minimize any swelling Elevation: Rest the injury above heart level for two to three hours per day to reduce the amount of swelling that collects in the body's extremities Stabilization: Especially if medical care is not readily available, like in the wilderness, stabilize the injured area until care becomes available

When you wear compression, there may also be less muscle damage from tissue «bouncing up and down» while you exercise.

It is well known that those who have a tendency to be on their feet all day will tend to have more swollen feet by the end of the day, and many of these people get some benefit from wearing compression stockings while they are up and around, with less swelling, and less aching.

If you sleep, rest or travel wearing compression gear, you'll find that the improved support and blood flow leaves you less stiff and sore.