Susanna Messaggio

Susanna Messaggio

She is known to the general public for her long television career, which began in 1982 on Enzo Tortora's show Portobello and continued alongside Mike Bongiorno in programs such as Telemike, Superflash, and Bis.

Alongside her TV commitments, Susanna graduated in languages in 1987 and in pedagogy in 1996, later collaborating with the State University of Milan itself. She has been working in communications for over twenty years and writes for numerous national newspapers, including Il Giorno and Corriere della Sera, dealing primarily with health-related topics.

Given her skills, knowledge in the medical sector, and her extensive experience, we asked Susanna to cover these same topics on our website, to give our customers the opportunity to learn more about issues such as wellness and prevention.

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The involvement of experts

The distinguishing feature of the editorial work carried out by Susanna Messaggio is the choice of a choral approach. Not generic advice, but direct collaboration with a wide network of professionals: from the vascular surgeon to the nutritionist, from the lymphologist to the pharmacist. Every article becomes an authoritative medical in-depth analysis, demonstrating how leg health is a multidisciplinary topic.

The common thread: graduated compression

Despite the diversity of the pathologies and situations analyzed, a single common denominator strongly emerges. All specialists agree on the fundamental importance of graduated compression preventive stockings.

This device is not a simple accessory, but the main tool for the prevention and maintenance of vascular health, capable of activating the "muscle pump" and supporting venous return.

Professions and lifestyles

Whether standing (hairdressers, hostesses) or sitting (office workers), or during long journeys, venous stasis must be fought daily.

Venous pathologies

For varicose veins, phlebitis, or thrombosis, medical or surgical therapy is never complete without an elastic support, which is essential to prevent relapses.

Lymphatic circulation

To prevent swelling from becoming chronic (lymphedema), compression is essential, especially in the warm months.

Aesthetics and nutrition

Water retention and cellulite are fought with diet, supplements, and the micromassage of elastic stockings for microcirculation.

Sport and pregnancy

Crucial for preventing swelling during pregnancy and improving muscle oxygenation in athletes, reducing fatigue.

The panel of specialists

Vascular Surgery, Angiology and Phlebology

Prof. Francesco Setacci Vascular Surgeon IRCCS Multimedica, Juneco Clinic (Milan/Rome)
Dr. Sarah Sternjakob Vascular Surgeon Rigenera Studio, Como
Dr. Guido De Filippo Vascular Surgeon and Lymphology Lymphedema Therapy Clinic, Caserta
Prof. Alessandro Frullini Phlebologist Phlebology Studio, Florence
Dr. Fabrizio Mariani Vascular Surgeon and Angiologist Siena
Dr. Giorgio Piazzalunga Vascular Surgeon Dietostudio, Gallarate (Varese)
Dr. Michele Plantamura Vascular Surgeon Specialist in compression and swollen legs

Nutrition and Biology

Dr. Manuela Mapelli Nutritionist Biologist Udine
Dr. Elena Bianchi Biologist and Nutritionist Rovigo

Pharmacy

Dr. Davide Pasini Pharmacist Raimondi Pharmacy, Milan
Dr. Sergio Serraino Pharmacist Rome

Interdisciplinary Specializations

Dr. Corrado Bait Orthopedics and Traumatology Fisiomed Studio, Arzachena
Dr. Santo Anatra Cardiologist ASL Medical Director, Trapani
Dr. Federico Villani Plastic Surgeon Padua
Alessandro Borsa Massage Therapist Cosenza
Dr. Eleonora Rold Physiotherapist