Pregnant women who experience swollen ankles and early symptoms of venous disease including spider veins and varicose veins now have an educational resource from SIGVARIS to learn about the pain-relieving and preventative benefits of compression therapy.
SIGVARIS has published a free compression therapy brochure for pregnant women who may be experiencing symptoms of venous disease, such as spider veins, varicose veins, swollen ankles or tired, achy legs.
Pregnancy is a unique time for a woman’s body. The hormones released during pregnancy and the expanding child-bearing uterus can affect leg veins. Consequently, one out of three women experience common vein ailments such as heavy, tired, aching legs or swollen feet and ankles. Varicose veins may also develop, often appearing within the fourth month of pregnancy. Existing varicose veins also tend to worsen during pregnancy.
The brochure explains, in easy-to-understand language, why these conditions occur during pregnancy, what other factors may increase pregnancy-related venous disorders and how pregnant women can help reduce leg swelling and other symptoms they may be experiencing.
Click here for the Compression Therapy Education Guide for Pregnant Women
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About SIGVARIS
SIGVARIS AG is an internationally active medical device company in St. Gallen, Switzerland that focuses on the development, production and distribution of medical compression stockings. With distribution in more than 50 countries on six continents, SIGVARIS is recognized as a global industry leader in the area of compression therapy for the management of venous and lymphatic disorders. SIGVARIS, LIFE FOR LEGS and the leg icon are registered trademarks of Sigvaris AG, St.Gallen/Switzerland and in many countries worldwide. |