The use of stockings, hosiery or a form of tights may not necessarily be new in the industry; some reports say they have been used for many decades in the U.S. and overseas to address various venous disorders. While designs may vary, the stockings appear to be meant to strategically apply pressure to certain areas of the leg, thereby pumping blood through the leg.

Lack of circulation and blood flow is believed to be one of the many causes of varicose and spider veins, though excessive blood flow to certain superficial veins in the leg may also be equally responsible. With that in mind, many of the companies that produce stockings today appear to have designed them specifically target the veins in the calves and thighs.

Today, these stockings may be available from many different manufacturers, and may come in various colors, sizes and styles. Some companies may even market their brands of stockings as fashionable, and may not even target women with venous disorders specifically. In any case, an individual may have many choices when shopping for therapeutic stockings.

Some companies may offer knee-high stockings, as well as thigh-high stockings, depending on the person’s preference and the desired functionality. They may also be categorized by material, or fabric, such as sheer, semi-sheer and heavyweight. Additionally, women may have the option of choosing among colors such as black, white, cream and many more.

It would seem that stockings may appeal to women, considering they may wear stockings as part of their outfits anyway. They are considered relatively affordable and low-maintenance, unlike some surgical procedures, which require multiple injections and several return visits. These stockings may be worn throughout the day without being inconvenienced in the slightest bit.

However, they may not offer superior support for reducing the appearance of problem veins in the legs in the long run, since they are considered optimal as supportive products. They may be appropriate for those on specific regimens or programs that require stockings, supplements and therapy, but stockings alone may not be enough to achieve healthier-looking legs.

• May be purchased at some retailers’ Websites
• Does not require any form of invasive surgery

• May not have been clinically tested with thousands of participants
• Money-back guarantees may not be available at most retailers
• The product may not reduce the appearance of varicose veins
• Discounts on volume purchases may not be readily available

Compression Stockings may be appealing for their low cost and low-maintenance nature, but we believe women and men looking for more promising alternatives may wish to consider some of the supplements available today. A select few may contain the exciting plant flavonoid, Diosmin 95®, which is backed by multiple clinical studies and success stories.

Clinical studies may be important for gauging how a product may perform over a long period of time when used by many different people. Products may not respond the same way to everyone, so these forms of research may provide invaluable insight. Consumer testimonials may also be a useful way to find out what a real experience with a product may be like.