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Compression stockings
Graduated stockings for swollen legs and circulation.
Good forLeg swelling, varicose veins
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- A nurse can advise before you buy
- Set-up help when it is needed
What it is, and who it helps
Compression stockings apply graduated pressure, tightest at the ankle and lighter higher up, which helps blood flow back towards the heart. They are used for swollen legs, varicose veins and after some operations, to reduce swelling and the risk of clots.
They are medical garments, and the right strength and size matter. A stocking that is too tight can harm circulation.
How to choose
- Ask the doctor which compression class is needed; the strength is measured in mmHg.
- Measure the ankle, calf and thigh in the morning, before the legs swell, and choose the size from the maker's chart.
- Pick knee-high or thigh-high, and open-toe or closed-toe, as advised.
- Consider an aid for putting them on if grip or reach is poor.
Using it safely
- Do not use compression stockings if there is poor arterial circulation, a skin infection or severe diabetes-related nerve damage without medical advice.
- Check the skin every day for sores, blisters or colour changes, and remove them if the toes tingle or turn blue.
- Remove and wash them daily, and replace them every three to six months.
Before you buy
Can my parent sleep in them?
Usually not, unless the doctor has said so. Remove them at night.
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General information, not medical advice. Ask a doctor, nurse or physiotherapist what is right for your parent.
Not sure this is the right one?
A nurse can suggest the right choice, arrange delivery and show how to use it.