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The comprehensive guide to wound product selection
The comprehensive guide to wound product selection
Unisex compression sock for mild venous disorders
Provides light compression and should be used for early intervention, immediate and necessary care in the absence of red flags, superficial or early varicose veins where oedema is not present. Can be considered postoperatively and on long-distance travel to help prevent deep vein thrombosis.
Compression hosiery may be contraindicated for large or irregular shaped limbs until the limb size and shape are suitable for a compression garment. Fragile or damaged skin, although it can be used over an appropriate dressing. Patients with diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis, unless after specialist referral and under supervision, due to risk of microvascular disease. Arterial disease (ischaemia) according to vascular assessment. ABPI of <0.8 or >1.3 unless after specialist referral and under supervision and regular follow-up. Congestive heart failure as compression could lead to cardiac overload. Sensory disorders of the limb (i.e. peripheral neuropathy). Known sensitivity to the fabric of the hosiery.
