How To Manage Dysautonomia

Compression Socks And Garments

Compression socks and other garments help increase circulation and keep blood flowing, reducing the amount of blood that pools in the lower body, as well as aiding in increasing blood pressure. Dysautonomia patients may choose to wear compression socks or abdominal compression binders. Doctors can advise when and how often they should be worn. Compression socks are available in a variety of styles such as open toe, closed toe, waist high, and knee high. Patients can choose to purchase these from medical supply catalogs or specialty drugstores. Some pharmacies even have professional fitting services available to help patients choose the ideal compression socks or other compression garments for their needs. Generally, doctors have found the majority of patients improve with the use of higher compression socks and use thirty mm/Hg of ankle counter pressure.