A Community-Based Trial of Commercially Available Compression Tights in Patients With Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome.

This study investigates the impact of commercially available compression tights on heart rate and symptoms in individuals with POTS, both with and without the use of heart rate-modulating medications, in a community setting. The trial involved 26 participants and used a crossover design with protocols conducted with and without medication intake. Results showed that wearing compression tights significantly reduced standing heart rate and improved symptoms both acutely and up to several hours later, regardless of whether participants were on medication. This suggests that compression tights are an effective nonpharmacological option for managing POTS symptoms.