![]() ![]() I will also go over the differences between medically certified compression stockings, TED (Thrombo-Embolism Deterrent) stockings, diabetic socks, and compression socks and stockings that you will find online or over the counter in your local department store. I will go over the benefits, types, characteristics, side effects, and pressure levels of compression stockings and explain why some people with diabetes require them. Knowing what these conditions are will help you understand why a person with diabetes needs to wear compression stockings. In this article, I will cover the complications and conditions that arise with diabetes that affect the legs and feet, and will discuss venous disease associated with diabetes. Understand that both terms are commonly used, but you may be unaware of significant differences that can have a major impact on your feet. ![]() Many people confuse compression stockings with compression socks. Why do some people with diabetes wear compression stockings and others do not? Should anybody that has diabetes wear compression footwear and how does it relate to blood sugar levels? Does this footwear help with diabetes, or does it prevent and alleviate other conditions? Continue reading to learn the answers.ĭiabetics who are experiencing symptoms of diabetic neuropathy and venous diseases (edema, thrombosis, and phlebitis) will need to wear compression stockings in order to help alleviate these symptoms (pain, swelling, infection, and fatigue) while maintaining blood pressure in the legs and feet. ![]()
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