How are mediven stockings measured?
How are mediven stockings measured?
1) Measure the circumference at the narrowest part of the ankle (B). 2) Measure the circumference at the widest part of the calf (C). 3) Measure the length of the limb at the back of the heel (flat on the floor) to a point 2 finger widths down from the knee flexure.
How do you measure your leg for compression stockings?
- Step 1: Measure the circumference of the ankle at the narrowest part of the ankle, just above the ankle bone (Point B).
- Step 2: Measure the circumference of the calf at the widest part of the calf (Point C).
- Step 3: Measure the length of the calf (Point A-D).
How are sigvaris compression socks measured?
To find out the length you need, measure your leg from the top of your thigh down to your foot (points A to G) to find the length you need. For a pair of Sigvaris compression tights, measure points c, b and m, using the ‘Thigh For Tights’ measurement if applicable.
How do you measure for compression stockings PDF?
Measure circumference G at the greatest thigh circumference. Measure length a-G posteriorly from gluteal fold straight down to the floor. Take the crotch, or K, measurement. Measure length a-T on the outside as far as the waist, reading off directly from the measuring board.
Why choose mediven® products?
The comprehensive offering of mediven® products uses the latest technologies in materials and knitting design to construct compression products that help overcome fit and application challenges. Please reach out to us for any demo, in-service training, literature, and webinar needs.
Why choose mediven compression stockings?
mediven compression stockings offer unique, unmatched quality With top-of-the-line compression accuracy, our mediven styles are clinically proven to offer precise, graduated compression with a plethora of ready-made sizes available.
What is soft elastic mediven?
Soft elastic is a relaxed knit incorporated into the foot section of certain mediven products to allow for easy application and wearing comfort. Most mediven® products can be machine wash and dried making for easy wear and care. Looking for a certain medi product solution?
How is the size of medical compression garments measured?
It’s good to know that the size of medical compression garments is always measured by trained staff in specialist medical retailers. There are no measuring charts for flat knit compression garments or for certain round knit measurement constellations that do not match the specifications for standard sizes.
