Are the socks graduated compression?
64204
I copy directly from the box "20-30 mmHg Firm Support, Graduated Compression." I will not hesitate to purchase this brand again.
64205
Yes they are. They work great! I wore them while traveling for 25 hours. I had no edema whatsoever when I finally took them off!
64206
I bought some commpression socks from a medical store at an outragous price, then I bought these. My feet feel so much better with these than the expencive ones. I will always buy these socks. I cant say if they are graduated, but they work the best
149878
Compared to any other compression sock these are much easier but still require a little finese. I LOVE them, they work. I have a ton of compression stockings that I couldn't never get on by myself & if I did they cause me to itch, to sweat, & actually leave indents so I think my circulation is being hindered. The do not leave indents, they do not sweat & make you itch. I bought mine in XL normally I would not bt I wanted firm compression without feeling strangled. They are a little long for me but I don't mind because they are totally comfortable. They are not "pretty" but I would buy another pair in a heartbeat and I have gotten a lot of relief from them. Compared to any other compression sock these are much easier but still require a little finese. I LOVE them, they work. I have a ton of compression stockings that I couldn't never get on by myself & if I did they cause me to itch, to sweat, & actually leave indents so I think my circulation is being hindered. The do not leave indents, they do not sweat & make you itch. I bought mine in XL normally I would not bt I wanted firm compression without feeling strangled. They are a little long for me but I don't mind because they are totally comfortable. They are not "pretty" but I would... » Read More Compared to any other compression sock these are much easier but still require a little finese. I LOVE them, they work. I have a ton of compression stockings that I couldn't never get on by myself & if I did they cause me to itch, to sweat, & actually leave indents so I think my circulation is being hindered. The do not leave indents, they do not sweat & make you itch. I bought mine in XL normally I would not bt I wanted firm compression without feeling strangled. They are a little long for me but I don't mind because they are totally comfortable. They are not "pretty" but I would buy another pair in a heartbeat and I have gotten a lot of relief from them. « Show Less
79028
Definitely. That said, I (senior female) wear Men's Medium in compression socks; they always reach my knee--these comfortably so. I am also athletic, with well-developed calves. So, yes!
2220706
Not too sure. I tossed the packaging. However, my husband has tried several different brands and he likes these ones best. In my opinion, the socks are mostly thin (really thin) cotton and a little nylon. Hope you like them. I do recommend them. Michelle
1622469
I have washed them with my colored clothes, warm water, cold rinse, low dryer. These are not really tight socks, if you really need good compression, these are not it.
724137
They are open toe and are pretty comfortable as far as compression stockings go. This is what they used in the hospital for me after surgery but they only sent me home with one pair.
501078
Edwin, First of all, I apologize for taking so long to answer. These were originally ordered for my husband, and were to small for him. I am female, stand about 6'. These are knee socks and in the large size, tight on my calves - enough so that I have had bruises. The compression is somewhat gradual up the sock but still quite tight at the top. Hope this helps.
1246089
I can't say that they are "medical grade" but after my knee replacement, I cited the specs of these to my doctor and PT who said they have enough compression to easily equal or better the typical white compression stockings. They worked a treat for me even while I was still in the throes of severe and constant edema shortly after the knee replacement.
437871
I would also say yes as they are very hard to get on. You may find some compression socks with a softer material that would be much easier for you.
1529592
Yes they are but not the kind of compression that requires 2 people to put on & off. I bought large just becaue I didn't want to deal with that & these really fit the bill, they give support, they give relief & best of all I can actually put them on myself & they don't cut off circulation @ the knee cap. I love them, they are not PRETTY, but they do the job & I would never take a long trip by car or plane without wearing them & they don't make your skin sweat or itch. Highly recommend
1415425
Yes. The are very comfortable socks. We wear them for everyday socks as well as sport socks.
661912
no, they try to not compress the feet or calves. They still stay up pretty well and are very comfortable.
2153865
You might check Brightlifedirect - they have things to help put on compression socks/stockings (which they mainly sell), so maybe something like that would help. Arcoa actually makes something to help with socks, check out their site to see many products. They go under Arcmate now, it seems, particularly for such helpful gadgets.
1692478
The socks I purchased are not Zip Socks; however compression level is the amount of tension in the sock in various areas to give your feet and legs support keeping them from swelling. The standardized level of compression used as follows: 15-20, 20-30 , 30-40 and 40-50 mmHg.
1065507
No, they are not, but my husband and I both like them because they are comfortable, they stay up and they do not pinch or squeeze the leg area because of the elastic. These socks have held up well. They won't last for ever, but we like them so much we have gone back and purchased them several times. We ordered the larger size and it works for both of us. We are so glad that we found them. We did not want anything heavily cushioned. Good luck with your decision.
1069345
They stretch out more than regular socks, but I don't know what kind of material it is. I'm not diabetic, but just like loose socks, so they worked great for me. I ordered 5 pairs, but could use some more because I don't like to wear my other ones.
296572
Since I don't suffer from PF, I can't say yes/no w any certainty; however, they do offer compression around the heel and lower ankle, so it *seems* to me like they would help.