Has anyone who was borderline a size 7 due to post-op swelling purchased a 7 and it worked? My calf size is up a bit, but fits in the size 7 range. The thigh is a disaster still and about 2 inches over the thigh range from the swelling. Not sure if I...
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This is probably best addressed by your surgeon or physical therapist! My best guess is it's OK, however I am not involved personally in your care and not the last word.
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Frank I had to purchase 3 different selves. I am on the heavy side and the Mens XL and the Ladies XL were to small and cut into my thigh and rolled down the largest size they had the elastic band still cut into my thigh and rolls down. Because I had to go to a larger size the selves it self is to lose to do my knees any good. So I would use the size of your thigh and your weight to determine what size to purchase if possible you can try to reach some one at Tommie Copper, but I hear that can be hard to do.
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I would look at the sizing chart. I believe it shows sizes in adult sizes though so keep that in mind when ordering. I'm in my late 20's and a medium for me fell below my calf. Something to consider. Best of luck, Kay Dubs!
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We bought for a friend that has a 171/2 inch calf with a size 10 shoe. We bought her the 2X. She says it is perfect for her because she doesn't like a tight fir. Wish we could be of more help.
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Hi Susan, if you look at the pics displayed of box of stockings on amazon, there are 3 pics, one of them shows a size chart. You measure the circumference of your ankle, calf and thigh and that will tell you which size to order, small/Med/ or large. You can zoom in on the size chart, this should help. Measurements are the only accurate way on compression stockings as length and girth matter. You do not want them too short or tight...but you also don't want them too tall and loose, if there is too much excess stocking, it can bind worse than if too tight. They should not feel like your typical pantyhose. But a comfortable firm compression. Hope this helps. Hi Susan, if you look at the pics displayed of box of stockings on amazon, there are 3 pics, one of them shows a size chart. You measure the circumference of your ankle, calf and thigh and that will tell you which size to order, small/Med/ or large. You can zoom in on the size chart, this should help. Measurements are the only accurate way on compression stockings as length and girth matter. You do not want them too short or tight...but you also don't want them too tall and loose, if there is too much excess stocking, it can bind worse than if too tight. They should not feel like your... » Read More Hi Susan, if you look at the pics displayed of box of stockings on amazon, there are 3 pics, one of them shows a size chart. You measure the circumference of your ankle, calf and thigh and that will tell you which size to order, small/Med/ or large. You can zoom in on the size chart, this should help. Measurements are the only accurate way on compression stockings as length and girth matter. You do not want them too short or tight...but you also don't want them too tall and loose, if there is too much excess stocking, it can bind worse than if too tight. They should not feel like your typical pantyhose. But a comfortable firm compression. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I have 21" calfs and use the Extra large with no problems at all. I can wear them all day with no issues.
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this goes from your foot to your knee,or just below the knee cap,it fit but it has to be tight to seal.my leg was about 16 inches around at the largest point, and still lots of room in there,because this is going over a cast or a bandage its kind of hard to tell you how large, depends on size of cast or bandage.
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They don't have actual measurement-based sizing, unfortunately. The Small/Medium and Medium/Large size specs are all we have to work with. That being said, there is a review that conveys an opinion/advice that any calf circumference of 15" or more should be paired with a Medium/Large sleeve. I happen to have ordered the Medium/Large size without measuring anything, and I struggle a little to get the sleeve on and in place (which might simply be the 'nature of the beast', given what it's supposed to do), but it works extremely well, and is the only thing in my experience to prevent the shin splints I was otherwise plagued with and practically guaranteed to 'get'. I just measured my calf circumference, and it's ~14.5" -- so although mine is less than 15", a Medium/Large is what I needed, and it works well enough to do the job, but is tight enough when trying to get it on to make me wonder whether I ordered too small a size -- but once in place, it's fine, and it's not too tight (feel-wise), and doesn't hurt, etc. -- it just works like a charm.
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Yes I had the same problem. The med was like a rubber band around my knee. I returned it and got a large and it was great. This one is the best for knee problems. I have tried ones that cost more but the problem is the bigger or thicker it was, i got what felt like blisters from them. The ones with straps kept adjusting them because they would slip down. This one doesn't do that. It stretches in every way and has plastic stabilizers to make the knee stronger. You just try it. I got my first one from RiteAid Drug Store. You can go there to try it on before you buy one. That is where I got my first one. Amazon has them cheaper. Good luck! Yes I had the same problem. The med was like a rubber band around my knee. I returned it and got a large and it was great. This one is the best for knee problems. I have tried ones that cost more but the problem is the bigger or thicker it was, i got what felt like blisters from them. The ones with straps kept adjusting them because they would slip down. This one doesn't do that. It stretches in every way and has plastic stabilizers to make the knee stronger. You just try it. I got my first one from RiteAid Drug Store. You can go there to try it on before you buy one. That is where I got my... » Read More Yes I had the same problem. The med was like a rubber band around my knee. I returned it and got a large and it was great. This one is the best for knee problems. I have tried ones that cost more but the problem is the bigger or thicker it was, i got what felt like blisters from them. The ones with straps kept adjusting them because they would slip down. This one doesn't do that. It stretches in every way and has plastic stabilizers to make the knee stronger. You just try it. I got my first one from RiteAid Drug Store. You can go there to try it on before you buy one. That is where I got my first one. Amazon has them cheaper. Good luck! « Show Less
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I purchased these compression stockings a while ago in the small size and my calf diameter is 14 inches. They still do not sag and still holds compression very well. I use them every day. Open toe helps because it will not compress around the toes. Good luck!
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Warning: I have a 32 waist and couldn't even get the medium size ones over my calves (17inch diameter calves) let alone my quads (22 inch diameter). I ordered the Large and I'm hoping I can fit them over my calves at the least.....
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It fit me perfectly, I am also a size 8 regular and had a double grade 3 sprain. My ankle was swollen to the size of a small mellon. It does give lots of support and it came up about 6 inches below the knee. It comes with extra padding I used when the swelling went down a bit. I was very pleased with the product and saved a lot of money. I hope this helped.
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Not good if you have larger calves -- I wear a 15" boot circumference... this barely makes it around my calf. It's supposed to be 2" above the ankle. So sad.
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They are really like tube socks. I'm a woman with size 8 1/2 shoe size and they fit fine for me as far as feet go. My problem is really that my ankle and legs are very swollen so the top of the sock is too tight for me around and it goes only half way up my calf. So I had to snip the band at the top and roll them down. But that was a leg problem, not a foot issue. I hope this helps, it's all I've got. :)
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Hi Shannon, my size comparison is based solely on my calf size. Maybe this will give you an idea of what size to get. The widest area around my calf measures 13.5 inches. The small size fit perfectly. I had to put some effort into pulling it on...but it was tight fitting and stopped the pain when I ran. Hope this helps
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I broke my wrist and after removing the cast I needed to cover it because my skin was very painful. I bought the 3" size.I just tried the 3" stockinette on my calf what measures 15 3/4" and it fits fine.It also fits around my ankle what measures 8 1/4". If your calf is much larger You could try the 4"size.
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I think it might depend on your calf size. Some people have bigger calves and going smaller may be more difficult putting on & removing the brace. However, over time the brace will loosen up. I know my has and I have to pull the strap more these days. My calves are a little smaller so I think, I could have went down another size. I will most likely purchase another one to see.