All the subtleties of proper washing of compression stockings

Compression underwear can solve the problems associated with leg fatigue, which are familiar to both men and women. Such laundry, like any other, needs care, so before wearing it is necessary to figure out how to wash compression stockings.

Compression knitwear and its features

Compression underwear, most often found in the form of stockings or tights, is becoming very popular.

Its main features:

such knitwear facilitates the functioning of blood vessels and prevents blood stagnation;
puts pressure on certain parts of the body, which leads to a decrease in swelling and fatigue of the legs;
anti-varicose jerseys - a great alternative to elastic bandages; their advantage is that in their appearance they resemble ordinary tights or stockings;
another indisputable advantage of such clothes is the possibility of wearing them by allergy sufferers;
when using compression stockings, the skin of the legs "breathes" perfectly;
in the manufacture of such clothes using seamless technology.

The composition of the jersey with a compression effect includes such materials:

natural cotton;
nylon;
microfiber;
lycra.

The effect of such a thing can be observed for six months. In order for compression clothing not to lose its valuable properties during these 6 months, you need to properly care for it.

And you have to take care often enough, since dust settles on matter, and between the fibers the scales of keratinized skin get stuck.

Care Tips

Before washing the compression stockings, you need to figure out how to do it right. All the subtleties of washing are prescribed in the instructions, which you need to familiarize yourself with first.

We present to your attention a list of basic general recommendations regarding washing stockings with a compression effect.

Do not take into account misconceptions that such linen cannot be washed. It is possible, and moreover, necessary. Only it is necessary to do this, clearly following the instructions.
It is best to wash clothes with a compression effect by hand. Before that, you need to remove all jewelry (rings and bracelets). Otherwise, puffs cannot be avoided.
Tip
If you still decide to wash the compression stockings in an automatic washing machine, use the delicate or hand wash mode. In this case, the temperature should be 40º C, not higher, and the use of the spin is strictly prohibited. In addition, you should not load at the same time products of dark and light colors. It is better to wash them separately, otherwise in the end you can get an unpleasant surprise in the form of new gray shades of things.
Use only gentle household chemicals when washing, namely powders for baby clothes. They will do just fine. You can replace the powder with baby soap, and even rub it on a fine grater and use it when washing in an automatic machine. Only put a little less than usually put the powder.
Exclude fabric softener. It leads to the destruction of tissue and negatively affects its draining effect.
Rinse this underwear with care, avoiding sudden, jerky movements.
Anti-varicose stockings must not be squeezed and twisted.

Dry only horizontally. You can lay them out on an ironing board, after having previously laid a terry towel. In no case do not hang on a rope or shoulders. All heat sources should be moved a considerable distance. Only with such drying can deformation and modification of knitted compression underwear be avoided.
Do not iron. Never, under any pretext.Exposure to high temperature will destroy the entire therapeutic effect and will cause knitwear to become unusable.
It is forbidden to bleach and digest anti-varicose products.
Stockings with sewn-in silicone rubber bands require even more personalized care. Such inserts must be wiped with a cotton pad moistened with ordinary alcohol. To exclude the interaction of the silicone insert with water, stockings need to be tied. When washing in a machine, you can use special nets, this is convenient, and also reduces the risk of spoiling the product.
If spots appear on the laundry, they can be removed, only the means for removing should not contain chlorine.
Tip
It is better to purchase two pairs of hosiery. The second pair is replaced, while the first goes through the cleaning and drying process. In this case, the linen will last much longer.
There are also difficult cases when people in the process of treatment need to wear anti-varicosis products around the clock. How, then, to wash them? This can be done directly on yourself: soap with soap, rinse under running water, and then dry with a towel. This, of course, is not the best way, but as an option to get out of a difficult situation it is quite acceptable.

Whether to wash a new product before the first wear, everyone will decide for himself. We only note that the things from the packaging are quite clean and sterile, so it is more advisable to start care immediately after use.

Tip
Thin silk socks worn over compression garments - they will prevent it from excessive pollution.

It’s easy to take care of compression garments. The main thing is to choose the right mode and means of washing. It is best to do it manually, gently squeezing and not twisting. Then the stockings will last a long time, and the effectiveness of their impact will be at the highest level.