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Measuring your legs for compression stockings, support socks, support hose, and gradient compression hosiery:.
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For knee-highs: measure around your ankle and calf.
Then, measure the distance from the floor to the back of your knee.
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For thigh-high and pantyhose: measure around your ankle, calf, and upper thigh.
Then, measure the distance from the floor to your upper thigh (bottom of your buttocks).
An Important Measuring Tip...
Take your measurements, as shown below with a tape measure. Sizing charts are located on every product "see details" page for your convenience. If you need further assistance, please call 1-800-504-7315 or Live Chat with us.
How to Properly Measure and Apply Compression Stockings
Sizes may differ between various brands of support stockings. Keep in mind that each manufacturer of support hose has their own sizing chart. A medium size in one brand of circulation stockings, may not be a medium in another. Some brands of compression stockings offer petite (shorter) lengths, while others do not. Knowing your measurements will ensure you get compression hosiery that fits properly and comfortably. Sizing charts are located on every product "see details" page for your convenience.
Please call 1-800-504-7315 or Live Chat if you need more help sizing!
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ANKLE
Measure around the ankle at the narrowest point, generally above the ankle bone. |
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CALF
Measure around the calf muscle at the widest part. |
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LENGTH
Measure from the floor to the bend behind the knee. |
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THIGH
Measure around the thigh approx. 3" below the gluteal fold (crease of buttocks). |
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THIGH LENGTH
Measure the distance from the bottom of your buttocks to the floor. |
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