The User’s Guide to Medical Compression Stockings

Medical compression stockings offer a natural option to help minimize blood pooling, fainting, lightheadedness, brain fog, muscle pain and tachycardia associated with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) and other forms of orthostatic hypotension caused by dysautonomia. Today’s compression stockings are not those of our grandmother’s! New designer colors and open toe options allow for more comfort, style and ease of use. For most patients with hypotension, waist high compression of 30-40mmHg is recommended. Consult with your doctor to determine the best length and amount of compression for your specific condition. Preparing to Buy Measurements are essential to assuring compression stockings provide the most benefit. Measure in the morning, before legs have had a chance to swell. For waist high stockings, start by measuring around the smallest part of the ankle, about half an inch above the ankle bone. Next, measure