thread: Pressure socks for travelling

  1. April 7th, 2013, 06:37 PM #1
    Marley&Me
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    Pressure socks for travelling

    Are they ok in pregnancy? A friend gave me some because i have spider veins on my left leg. Do they really help?

    Tia
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  2. April 7th, 2013, 07:04 PM #2
    Joeve
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    Pressure socks for travelling

    I had to wear them on the plane Ob told me too as I have blood clotting issue. So yes you can wear them
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  3. April 7th, 2013, 07:16 PM #3
    Marley&Me
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    Thanks Joeve Will give them a go tomorrow.
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  4. April 7th, 2013, 07:49 PM #4
    ~TT40~
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    *sigh*... i just lost my whole post...

    I can't be bothered typing it all again, but long story short. yes, pregnant women are more at risk of blood clots so it is advised to wear them on any long trips, or prolong sitting.
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  5. April 7th, 2013, 08:24 PM #5
    Marley&Me
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    Thanks TT40, I stand on my feet all day at work so thought it would help.
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