Your Legs and Pregnancy
During pregnancy, a woman’s body goes through many changes, including an increase in blood volume and fluid; this fluid can remain in the interstitial spaces of the tissues, which may cause swelling, often in the legs, ankles and feet.
Your Veins
Hormonal changes and weight-gain are two factors that contribute to the increased development of varicosities during pregnancy. Many times varicose veins will show up during the pregnancy and disappear soon after the baby is born.
Benefits of Compression Therapy
CertiCare provides maternity compression stockings that are specially designed to expand with you during pregnancy, so there is no restriction in the abdominal region.
Worn during the day, these compression stockings counteract swelling and protect against varicose veins by applying a light, soothing pressure to the exterior portion of the legs, which helps prevent fluid from accumulating.
If you’re pregnant and are experiencing tired, aching legs, or excessive swelling in the lower legs and ankles, ask your primary care provider about wearing maternity graduated compression stockings.
For more information on leg health through pregnancy: www.sigvarisusa.com/en/sigvaris-medical/maternity
Leg Health Tips
Wear Compression Stockings or socks
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
Get daily exercise
Maintain a healthy weight
Click here for maternity compression garments covered by most extended health plans with a prescription:
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