8 Warning Signs of Vein Disease
You may be at risk for vein disease. Ask yourself if you suffer from one or more of the warning signs listed here. If you do, then talk to your family physician or visit our website at www.mediusa.com to learn more.
- Tired, heavy-feeling legs
- Leg pain from prolonged sitting or standing
- Swollen ankles at night
- Varicose or spider veins
- Tingling, numbness, burning, or cramping in legs and feet
- Discoloration of the skin
- Open sores or ulcers on lower leg
- History of vein problems in the family
If you have one or more of these warning signs, please talk to your physician or visit our website to find a physician near you.
Therapeutic Products for Healthy Living
medi® is a leading provider of medical compression socks and stockings, which provide a proven, effective, non-surgical treatment for a wide variety of vein disorders. Mediven® stockings can help support weakened veins and improve blood flow, thus reducing swelling and improving circulation.
Mild Medical Compression (15-20 mmHg)
- Indications: Minor spider veins; slight varicose veins; varices during pregnancy; tired, aching legs; minor ankle, leg and foot swelling; helps prevent DeepVein Thrombosis (DVT).
- Contraindications: Medical compression stockings should only be worn after consulting with a doctor and under a doctor’s supervision. Compression stockings should not be worn by individuals with severe arterial insufficiency, acute phase dermatitis, acute skin infections, wet dermatitis, or by individuals who are bedridden.
- Cautions: Consult your doctor if you have or experience infections, weeping dermatoses, incompatibility with garment fabric, impaired sensitivity of limb, or immobility.