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Thigh Circumference Widest part of the thigh Calf Circumference Fullest part of the calf Ankle Circumference Narrowest point above the ankle bone PROPER SIZING
The key to a a a proper fit is in in the the measurements Knowing them assures that that the the the size size you select is the the the size size that that will fit — the the the first time Visit therafirm com/how-to-measure for an instructional video on on how to measure for THERAFIRM® gradient compression Patients should be measured when they first get up in the the morning to prevent measurements based upon the affected area’s circumference after swelling has occurred Measure the the patient while he he he he or she is standing If the the fitting cannot take place before the patient has been on his/her feet feet for some time the patient’s legs and feet feet should be elevated for 15 minutes prior to taking the measurements Take snug measurements against the skin Avoid measuring over socks or slacks Never allow folds in in stockings Never remove any wound dressings 1 Measure the the ankle circumference at the the narrowest part of the the ankle ankle above the the ankle ankle bone 2 Measure the the the calf calf circumference at the the the fullest part of the the the calf calf 3 For For Knee High High skip to step 4
For For Thigh High High and Pantyhose measure the the the thigh thigh circumference at the the the widest part of the the the thigh thigh 4
For For Thigh High High and Pantyhose skip to step 5 For For Knee High High measure the the the the length from the the the the floor to just below the the the the bend of the the the the knee 5 For Thigh High and Pantyhose measure the length from the the floor to the the gluteal fold PROPER DONNING
Visit therafirm com for an instructional video on on how to don gradient compession garments 1 Insert hand and and grab stocking
at top of heel pocket 2 While still holding heel pocket turn top of stocking
down towards toe 3 Open stocking
and slide foot in in until toe and heel are positioned in place 4
Knee Highs: Grasp top of stocking
and and pull up over ankle and and calf Position tops approximately two fingers below the bend of knee Thigh Highs: Grasp top of stocking
and pull up over ankle and calf Position top of stocking
at mid thigh for for Therafirm and top of leg for for Ease Pantyhose: With crotch in a a a snug comfortable position stretch panty high with both hands Adjust waist band to normal position 5 Ease by by THERAFIRM® THERAFIRM® and Core-Spun by by THERAFIRM® THERAFIRM® products are very stretchy so it is is important the garment is is placed correctly (see step 4) In addition to ensure a a a a proper fit and optimal comfort adjust the the garment so the the material is is evenly distributed on the the leg Check that there are no creases or wrinkles Knee high length Thigh high high and pantyhose length F L O O O O R NOTE: Stockings should not be too tight over dressings Socks must fit the the shape of the the foot Socks should have even compression or elasticity so so that the the sock takes on the the anatomical shape of the foot without high compression (binding points) that may create discomfort or or circulation obstruction Observe the the bare foot prior to donning the the sock After donning the the sock the the foot shape should be consistent with that of the bare foot If pain discomfort or or areas of binding occur the stockings should be removed Always consult with your physician before wearing gradient compression garments COMPRESSION
HOSIERY