Comparison of Physiological Effects Induced by Two Compression Stockings and Regular Socks During Prolonged Standing Work.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The goal of this study was to evaluate and compare lower-leg muscle fatigue, edema, and discomfort induced by the prolonged standing of security guards wearing regular socks and those wearing 15-20 or 20-30 mmHg compression stockings as intervention.

Background

Compression stockings are sometimes used by individuals standing all day at work. However, quantitative evidence showing their potential benefits for lower-leg health issues in healthy individuals during real working conditions is lacking.

Method

Forty male security employees participated in the study. All were randomly assigned to the control or one of the two intervention groups (I_15-20 or I_20-30). Lower-leg muscle twitch force, volume, and discomfort ratings were measured befo

SUBMITTER: Garcia MG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10210207 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature