Circular and flat-knit fabrics for compression therapy
Spider veins, varicose veins and thromboses are very common and can have various different causes. Genetic predisposition, hormonal changes or age-related weakness of the connective tissue are contributing factors. Other factors such as being overweight, smoking or a sedentary lifestyle are preventable. You can actively influence the risks.
Oedemas are visible and palpable swellings that can appear due to various illnesses, after surgery or sustaining an injury. Oedemas develop due to an increased accumulation of fluid or fat cells in the tissues. Lipoedemas are typically located in the leg and/or arm area, distributed symmetrically, pressure-sensitive and can be very painful. Lymphoedemas can also affect the face, neck, thorax and genital areas. Deposits are typically distributed asymmetrically.
