[Medico-physiological basis of functional properties and classification of elastic products for prevention and treatment of chronic diseases of veins of the lower limbs].

Chronic diseases of the venous system of the lower extremities and concomitant disorders in haemodynamics and vessel architecture are discussed. Data are presented suggesting correlation between the disease frequency and sex, age or profession. There are also discussed the problems of prophylaxis and treatment of these diseases, with particular reference to elastic man-made fiber products. On the basis of the presented data a classification scheme was made; there are also given the work properties and indications concerning the use of various elastic textiles for prophylaxis and treatment of venous system diseases.