Saturday, July 22, 2006

Important Information for Workers who Stand for Long Hours

Important Information for Workers who Stand for Long Hours

Findings from a clinical trial support the use of Knee High Support Hose

STRONG BENEFITS OF BELOW THE KNEE STOCKINGS

This study has shown that wearing support stockings results in significantly reduced fluid accumulation in the legs and a reduced leg volume increase.Workers general comfort was also improved with less leg aching, tightness, heaviness and tiredness. Neck & shoulder and lower back discomfort plus overall fatigue were also improved. In the short term, these stockings can prevent leg fluid accumulation, improve how the legs feel and general body discomfort & fatigue, making standing for prolonged periods a little more bearable.

MAY PREVENT OR SLOW THE ONSET OF VARICOSE VEINS

Over the long term based on other information in the literature, it is believed that they may reduce the load on the lymphatic system, improve tissue and cellular health in the lower limbs and prevent or slow the onset of problems such as varicose veins.

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