Effectiveness of TED Stockings on Circulation and Blood Clotting

Authors

Ashley Webb, Longwood UniversityFollow
Karlie Walter, Longwood UniversityFollow
Jessica Overby, Longwood UniversityFollow
Ashlyn Hall, Longwood UniversityFollow
Meghan Griffin, Longwood UniversityFollow

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

Spring 2019

Abstract

Circulatory issues can stem from many disease that cause blood clots specifically in the legs, adding compression is known to help reduce blood clotting. The goal of this research project is to better understand the purpose and effectiveness of TED stocking on circulation and blood clotting and whether it is still an effective practice. The outcome of this research project is to improve our practice through the use of TED stockings for circulation and blood clotting.

Comments

Faculty Adviser: Pamela Crowder

Recommended Citation

Webb, Ashley; Walter, Karlie; Overby, Jessica; Hall, Ashlyn; and Griffin, Meghan, "Effectiveness of TED Stockings on Circulation and Blood Clotting" (2019). Spring Showcase for Research and Creative Inquiry. 5.
https://digitalcommons.longwood.edu/rci_spring/5