Compression Socks in Patients with Congestive Heart Failure

Monitoring and Alternative Approaches

• The American Heart Association recommends considering regular weight monitoring to detect fluid retention in patients with congestive heart failure who are undergoing compression therapy 1
• For patients with severe congestive heart failure who need edema management, the American College of Cardiology suggests optimizing medical therapy first (diuretics, ACE inhibitors) before attempting compression therapy 1, 2