Mediven Thrombexin 18 Thigh High stocking is with high elasticity and especially soft, skin friendly and active breathing knit. Immobile patients have special requirements during the hospital stay. Due to the inactivity of the calf muscle pump the speed of venous blood return to the heart decreases. This increases the risk of thrombosis and postoperative and posttraumatic edema formation. Standardized compression with a graduated pressure gradient affect veins and tissue. This promotes blood flow back to the heart. This can reduce postoperative and posttraumatic edema and effectively prevent thrombosis.