Compression stockings work by squeezing the veins and muscles in the leg. The compression is firmest at the ankles and gradually reduces higher up the leg. This helps to improve blood circulation in the legs and reduce swelling by preventing fluid from accumulating in the ankles.

This can be difficult, though, because fat cells have a somewhat liquid consistency — lipedema is often misdiagnosed as other fluid retention conditions. Compression therapy is one of the most effective treatments for lipedema. Many patients find pneumatic pumps to be one of the most helpful options

These machines use a lower-intensity of ultrasound, which is used to treat specific medical conditions. It can speed up healing and treat injuries in soft tissues.

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Compression stockings gently squeeze your legs to move blood up your legs. This helps prevent leg swelling and, to a lesser extent, blood clots. If you have varicose veins, spider veins, or have just had surgery, your health care provider may prescribe compression stockings.