Guide To Managing Factor V Leiden

Wearing Compression Socks

Wearing compression socks is an excellent way to help improve circulation around the body in individuals who have factor V Leiden. Compression socks are tight and stretchy expertly made socks that have a gentle squeezing effect on the legs. Compression socks work by putting pressure on the legs to help enhance the function of blood vessels. Because the arteries that carry oxygenated blood to the legs have the ability to expand, the pressure from the socks helps to give the veins a boost in their function of moving blood back up to the heart. Better circulation can prevent the development of blood clots because the blood keeps moving and cannot pool in the veins. Compression socks are often used in healthy patients who do not have factor V Leiden following a surgical procedure to prevent blood clots during recovery. Factor V Leiden patients may need to wear compression socks for a certain amount of time each day to prevent further formation of blood clots.

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