Reduction of oxidative stress by compression stockings in standing workers

Healthy workers who stand for prolonged periods show enhanced production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in their systemic circulation. Oxidative stress is thought to be a risk factor for chronic venous insufficiency and other systemic diseases.To evaluate the effectiveness of compression stockings in the prevention of oxidative stress at work.ROS and venous pressure of the lower limbs were measured in 55 theatre nurses who stood in the...