Oakville Compression Stockings & Compression Socks
What are compression stockings & compression socks for? Compression stockings and compression socks are used to reduce abnormal swelling in the legs which decreases the strain on the tissues in the leg. Compression socks are used to treat:
- Heavy, tired, achy legs after work
- Edema (swelling)
- Lymphedema
- Chronic venous insufficiency
- Spider and varicose veins (from occurring or worsening)
- Deep vein thrombosis
- Pregnancy-related varicosities
At our Physiotherapy Clinic in Oakville we have measured and supplied thousands of patients for compression stockings and compression socks. We offer a wide variety of colours and styles of compression stockings and compression socks in Oakville. The Medical Stockings are most likely covered by your extended health coverage at work. Come by for a free fitting for compression stockings or compression socks and we will contact your insurance to firm up what is needed for optimized coverage. Most plans, not all, are allotted between 1 to 6 pairs of medical grade compression socks a year.
How do compression stockings & compression socks work?
Compression stockings and compression socks are a useful tool to treat a variety of conditions affecting the feet, ankles and the lower and upper leg. Compression socks work by providing graduated pressure that helps to prevent edema (swelling). By providing pressure around the foot, ankle and calf, compression stockings prevent the tissue from being able to fill with fluid, hence their ability to prevent swelling.
Compression socks can also help compress leaky valves in the veins, which contribute to fluid building up around the ankles and feet. The greatest amount of compression is in the foot, then reduces slightly in the ankle and ends with even less compression around the calf.
Will My Insurance Cover The Cost Of Medical Stockings?
Most extended insurance plans cover some, if not all, of the cost of medical stockings. If your spouse has coverage, we can help you coordinate insurance payments so that the two plans collectively cover 100% of the costs (in most cases). Unfortunately, we can only directly bill your insurance if it is with Green Shield. In most cases to get your private insurance to cover compression stockings you will require a medical doctor’s note stating a diagnosis, compression rating of at least 20 – 30mmhg and that the medical stockings are for everyday use. If you have any questions contact us and we would be happy to walk you through the process.
