>Audrey Torres Question By: Audrey Torres  Posted in: Health & Medical

What is Compression Therapy?

Compression therapy is a common treatment to help improve blood flow in your lower legs. It usually involves the use of elastic stockings or wraps. The elastic provides compression on your legs, ankles and feet. This helps prevent blood from pooling and fluid from building up in these areas.

Benefits of Compression Therapy

Better Blood Flow

‌When you are sitting or standing, the veins in your legs must fight gravity to move blood back to your heart. Compression therapy gently squeezes the leg, which helps blood flow faster and keep moving in the right direction.‌

Types of Compression Therapy

Compression stockings

Compression bandage (ace wrap)

Compression boot/dressing

Sequential compression device (SCD)

Lymphedema pump

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