Stasis Pads

Jobst stasis pads are medically developed to prevent skin diseases associated with compression hosiery or bandages. They act as an outer lining to the skin and neutralize pressure areas, ensuring maximum comfort even during long hours of immobility.

Stasis Pads: What is Stasis Dermatitis?
Jobst stasis pads are particularly designed to cure Stasis Dermatitis. It is an inflammatory skin condition where fluid coagulation occurs just under the skin. This commonly develops in the legs and is caused by problematic blood circulation. This happens due to tight leg wears, such as socks, jeans or lowers. Some of the common symptoms of the disease are:

• Inflamed skin
• Severe itching
• Red spots on skin, caused by the coagulation of red blood cells.
• Dry patches
• Venous ulcers
• Collection of discolored pus under the infected skin.
  

Although Stasis Dermatitis occurs after the age of 50, it can develop even during teenage. Immediate medical treatment is essential, since it may be indicative of Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT), severe blood coagulation in veins that can lead to paralysis.

Benefits of Stasis Pads
Stasis pads are specifically manufactured to prevent the formation of low pressure areas, which are a major cause of blood coagulation. The pressure therapy of compression hosiery may form pockets of low pressure, which may affect blood circulation in that region. These pads, used with compression hosiery or bandages, are anatomically designed to ensure equitable pressure across its length and width. They add pressure to low pressure areas, thus restoring the normal flow of blood.

These pads also help prevent skins ulcers, open sores and lymphedema. Their fine-quality fabric is highly suitable for the skin. This prevents swelling due to fluid accumulation, called edema, in the skin tissue, while wearing tight clothes.

Stasis pads are available in three different fits, depending upon individual leg sizes. These pads are also available in variations of length - knee high, thigh high, half thigh or pantyhose.

To order Jobst products online, visit www.compressionstore.com. This authorized online dealer of Jobst compression hosiery offers free shipping across the US on all purchases above $35.