https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/knee-high-compression-stockings Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:18:20 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/knee-high-compression-stockings#post-1501390 Thu, 04 Jun 2015 18:41:01 +0000 MTBGirl 1501390@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am so sorry that I did not follow through on this for you! I went home and checked but neglected to let you know! : ( &nbsp;The brand I love is Futuro, the brand I gave to DH was Swiftwick. I do love Swiftwick's socks but I think these were too much compression for me. Off to read your other post and I apologize again.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/knee-high-compression-stockings#post-1493594 Tue, 19 May 2015 16:38:49 +0000 kkards 1493594@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>if you only need moderate i'd recommend this from Nordstroms. I wear these as regular trouser socks in the winter because the fit is fab... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/knee-high-compression-stockings#post-1493465 Tue, 19 May 2015 11:56:25 +0000 Dekaf4me 1493465@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Try rejuvahealth&nbsp;too. I've had good luck with them and appreciate pattern options,&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.rejuvahealth.com/">http://www.rejuvahealth.com/</a>.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/knee-high-compression-stockings#post-1493301 Tue, 19 May 2015 01:01:27 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1493301@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I follow this lady's sewing blog and she posted some useful info about compression socks recently: <a href="http://sewingontheedge.blogspot.com/2015/04/compression-socks-and-fashion-or-lack.html" rel="nofollow">http://sewingontheedge.blogspo.....-lack.html</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/knee-high-compression-stockings#post-1493293 Tue, 19 May 2015 00:45:40 +0000 Missey 1493293@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favorite are Sockwells and they are made from merino wool...great wicking and breathing capabilities and I prefer them over the nylon ones.&nbsp; I wear them on 12 hour nursing shifts, they are awesome! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/knee-high-compression-stockings#post-1493283 Tue, 19 May 2015 00:32:52 +0000 MsMaven 1493283@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Mann. I am looking through that website and you are right--I probably only need moderate compression. I know my calf measurement but didn't think to measure ankles or height.</p> <p>Yes Donna--I'd like to know what brand is the pair you love. I'm going to do some shopping tomorrow and would like to go out armed with a bit of knowledge. I did find that the pairs I tried out are really slippery with my normal shoes so that my feet slide forward and heels slip out, which doesn't happen with regular trouser socks or no socks.&nbsp;</p> <p>If the stockings make you feet slide in the shoes, can you wear them with some kind of socks over them? I don't think it is going to be too warm in France in early summer to wear them this way if I have to. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/knee-high-compression-stockings#post-1493236 Mon, 18 May 2015 21:36:49 +0000 MTBGirl 1493236@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'll check when I get home to see which brands I have. I had to wear them after my leg and ankle breaks. &nbsp;Now I usually only wear periodically and when running. I love one of the pairs. The pair I don't like the feel of was the most expensive and I gave to DH. I'll check back in then. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/knee-high-compression-stockings#post-1493235 Mon, 18 May 2015 21:34:06 +0000 Mann 1493235@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>MsMaven, I and my husband use CEP compression socks.&nbsp; If you look up their web page, they have compression socks from running to everyday wear.&nbsp; We originally got them for long distance running, but have found them more useful for traveling and running recovery.&nbsp; The specific brand has held up very well, without losing its compression even after numerous laundry cycles.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <br />My suggestion would be to look up (if published) the compression level of the specific socks, and decide which level you want.&nbsp; For example, CEP run socks are supposed to have 20-25mmHg compression at the ankle, decreasing to the top of the calf to 18mmHg or so.&nbsp; You've probably seen it, but here's a link I found to a page describing the suggested compression levels for different purposes: <a href="http://www.absolutemedical.com/buyers-guide.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.absolutemedical.com/buyers-guide.html</a><br />From what you describe, sounds like you are in the moderate or firm compression camp.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/knee-high-compression-stockings#post-1493225 Mon, 18 May 2015 21:00:50 +0000 MsMaven 1493225@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I found posts on this topic from five years ago, but nothing helpful. I've been advised to wear compression stockings while flying and when I'm going to be on my feet a lot. I'll be traveling a lot this summer, so I do need some. I bought some Oroblue support knee highs just before my last trip and and while on the trip bought some white compression stockings from the drug store. These were better, but they were very white, stiff and somewhat irritating on my feet. I looked up compression socks on Amazon and there are many. many choices, some in colors, some "nude."</p> <p>The PA I last saw for vein issues suggested Zensah compression leg sleeves that are available at sports/fitness stores. They come with and without feet. (I've got several new smaller varicose veins coming out--yuck.)</p> <p>Anyway, after Googling and looking online I feel overwhelmed.</p> <p>Do any of you who have had to wear them have any good suggestions?</p> <p>Are the more expensive ones more comfortable--nicer knit--or is it a question of the amount of compression?&nbsp;</p> <p>Are the more "fashionable" appearing socks just as effective?</p> <p>Any help will be appreciated. </p>