Fly Safe with Jobst Support Socks

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a potentially fatal condition where large blood clots form in the legs as a result of periods of immobility, often due to long-distance travel. Older people, smokers, overweight people, pregnant women and people with a history of DVT are particularly at risk. Here are a few tips from the National Institutes of Health for safe long-haul air travel to avoid the chances of developing DVT.

Make sure you do some exercise while on the airplane. Get up and walk up and down the aisle at least every hour, and wiggle your legs, feet and toes while seated to encourage blood flow. Avoid crossing your legs and make sure you wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Wear compression socks, as directed by your doctor. Compression socks are a clinically proven aid which helps direct blood flow upwards and out of danger areas. Jobst support socks can help make any long period of travel more comfortable by preventing swelling in the legs.

Finally, drink plenty of water and avoid consuming alcohol. Depending on your individual health needs, your doctor may also recommend taking blood-thinning medication such as aspirin before traveling.

Varicose Veins Stockings for Spring!

Most people with varicose veins know that compression hose can help relieve pain and prevent further vein damage. What they don’t know, however, is that this effect can be achieved without surrendering fashion, even in the spring! Read on for some of our favorite varicose veins stockings for spring.

Grip Top Compression Hose
Spring is a great time to get some exercise, even if it’s just a quick stroll around the block. But the more you walk, the more you need your compression hose to stay in the place! For this, we recommend thigh-high compression hose with grip tops.

Open-Toe Compression Hose
Warm weather is the perfect opportunity to slip into some open-toed heels. For this, all you need is a pair of knee-high or thigh-high compression hose, available from Jobst Support Socks and other brands. These work great whether you’re wearing your shoes under a dress, skirt, or pants.

Sheer Compression Hose
In the spring, it’s best to wear sheer compression hose that match your skin tone. This will make it easy to wear skirts and short pants, as most people won’t even be able to tell you’re wearing stockings at all!

Meet Your New Favorite Maternity Support Belt

Most women know that pregnancy belts can help decrease stretch marks and back pain during pregnancy, however some expecting mothers need more than just support around the belly. This is especially true for mothers pregnant with more than one baby at a time – those twins and triplets can get pretty heavy!

For mothers in search of extra support, the Prenatal Cradle is an excellent option. This maternity support belt is designed with a pregnant woman’s natural stance in mind, ensuring optimum comfort in the abdominal muscles and back. At the same time, the Prenatal Cradle leaves the arms free and improves lower body circulation, allowing expecting mothers to maintain their active lifestyles even into the third trimester.

For convenience, the Prenatal Cradle features no-snag hook and eye closures that are easily adjustable, even through fabric, and the shoulder straps stay in place to remain discreet under clothes. The belly is left uncovered, making it easy to apply lotions and oils to further prevent stretch marks. And because of the smart design, Mom doesn’t even have to remove her maternity support belt to use the bathroom.

Exploring Your Compression Hose Options

If you’ve decided you’re interested in compression socks or hose, congratulations! You’re already on your way to preventing leg pain and tenderness, and even varicose veins. However, not all compression hose are created equal. Read on to learn the different factors that will help you choose the perfect compression hose for you.

Height: The height of your compression hose will affect your level of support, in addition to providing aesthetic changes as well; some women simply prefer the look of thigh-high or mid-thigh compression hose, while others are partial to knee-high products.

Color: Your individual preferences, outfit, and skin tone will determine whether you prefer black or nude compression hose, or perhaps fashion hose in more interesting colors. Keep in mind that there is still a lot of variation within the black and nude families.

Toes: Some women think they have to choose between wearing compression hose and wearing open-toe sandals, but this is simply not the case. Open-toe compression hose make it easy to get the support you need and show off that pedicure.