Medity Health

June 20, 2023

Choosing the right size compression stockings is crucial for their effectiveness and your comfort. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you determine the correct size:

Use a flexible tape measure to measure around the smallest part of your ankle, just above the ankle bone. Ensure the tape measure is snug but not tight.

If you don't have a flexible tape measure, you can use a piece of strong to determine the circumference and then lay that out next to a ruler/measuring device to determine your size.

Next, you'll measure around the widest part of your calf, and this will usually be just a bit below your knee. Make sure the tape measure is parallel to the floor and snug but not constricting.

If you're looking at ordering either thigh-highs or pantyhose, you'll need to take an additional measurement at the top of your leg. For this, you'll measure around the widest part of your thigh (just below the buttocks).

Depending on what type of garment you're looking for, the leg length that you'll measure will differ.

For knee-highs, with your foot flat on the floor, you'll measure from the bottom of your heel to the bend in your knee (or where you would want the compression garment to stop on your leg).

For thigh-high and pantyhose, with your foot flat on the floor, you'll measure from the bottom of your heel to the top of your leg (just below where your buttocks starts).

Once you have your measurements, be sure to check the sizing chart to see which size best fits your measurements.

Also, each stocking has its own sizing, so please be sure to confirm what size you need before placing an order. A size "Small" from the Juzo brand could be a "Medium" in Sigvaris, so be careful!

If you need any additional details about sizing, please reach out to us and let us know! You can chat with us using the green chat button in the bottom right corner of our website, email us at support@medityhealth.com, or call us at (866) 945-4766.