How to Wear Compression Socks
Ask your doctor which compression level is right for you.. Measure your ankle.. Measure the widest part of your calf.
Steps
Ask your doctor which compression level is right for you.
Ask your doctor which compression level is right for you.
Measure your ankle.
Measure your ankle.
Measure the widest part of your calf.
Measure the widest part of your calf.
Measure the length of your calf.
Measure the length of your calf.
Measure the widest part of your thigh and leg length.
Measure the widest part of your thigh and leg length.
Compare your measurements to the manufacturer's sizing chart.
Compare your measurements to the manufacturer's sizing chart.
Measure again if you lose or gain weight.
Measure again if you lose or gain weight.
Turn the upper half of the sock inside out.
Turn the upper half of the sock inside out.
Place your foot in the sock.
Place your foot in the sock.
Slide the sock up your leg.
Slide the sock up your leg.
Do not pull on the top of the sock.
Do not pull on the top of the sock.
Use gloves to help you.
Use gloves to help you.
Take the sock off by folding it down.
Take the sock off by folding it down.
Put the socks on when you wake up each morning.
Put the socks on when you wake up each morning.
Wear the socks all day long.
Wear the socks all day long.
Remove the socks before bed.
Remove the socks before bed.
Hand wash new socks before you wear them.
Hand wash new socks before you wear them.
Replace compression socks every 3-6 months.
Replace compression socks every 3-6 months.
Wash compression socks regularly.
Wash compression socks regularly.
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