Has anyone who was borderline a size 7 due to post-op swelling purchased a 7 and it worked? My calf size is up a bit, but fits in the size 7 range. The thigh is a disaster still and about 2 inches over the thigh range from the swelling. Not sure if I should try? Has anyone who was borderline a size 7 due to post-op swelling purchased a 7 and it worked? My calf size is up a bit, but fits in the size 7 range. The thigh is a disaster still and about 2 inches... » Read More Has anyone who was borderline a size 7 due to post-op swelling purchased a 7 and it worked? My calf size is up a bit, but fits in the size 7 range. The thigh is a disaster still and about 2 inches over the thigh range from the swelling. Not sure if I should try? « Show Less
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This is probably best addressed by your surgeon or physical therapist! My best guess is it's OK, however I am not involved personally in your care and not the last word.
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The bauerfreind website gives the measurements above and below the knee. The measurements are right on for each size. It is not a tight fit so it should work for a mild degree of swelling. If u have a lot of swelling u might need one size larger
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I highly suggest that you opt for adjustable knee supports (i.e. one w/ straps, Velcro & hinges) while you still have some swelling on your operated knee. Then buy this once you feel the swelling is COMPLETELY gone; though one of the best knee supports I've had, Bauerfeinds have some tendency to stretch over time and due to wear and tear, so you might also consider going down a size if you are the type that washes supports a lot. Hope this helps. #Roadtorecovery
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My lower size is a size "6" and my thigh is a size 7, according to the Bauerfeind sizing chart. any suggestions?
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I am plus size. My calf is 16 1/2". I wear a women's Medium. Socks are tight but not too tight. Had my doctor check them. They definitely keep the swelling away. If you live in a hot summer climate you might prefer the open toe stockings. I love these stockings. They work better than the brands hospitals use.
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As the others have said, you need a pair larger than what this product offers. My calves are 16", I ordered the medium/large size and they are just the right size. Any larger calves and they would be to tight. Good luck!
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Hi Shannon, my size comparison is based solely on my calf size. Maybe this will give you an idea of what size to get. The widest area around my calf measures 13.5 inches. The small size fit perfectly. I had to put some effort into pulling it on...but it was tight fitting and stopped the pain when I ran. Hope this helps
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I checked on their website (incredibrace) to see how sizing worked. It had you measure your knee and then told you which size to get. I love ins between it and taking glucosamine I am a new person!!
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Yes. My calf measures 15 inches at its largest. The Donner's measurement, the circumference, seems to be about 14 inches. It is difficult to measure since it is open for only part of its "circle". The front of it is open to let the foot and leg in. Since the calf tissue is not bone, it does give, and I can pull the Donner up my leg to my knee, where it stops at the bone. Hope this helps. Let me know if you need clarification on anything I said.
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My guess is, that this is a one size fits most. My calves are a little over 18" at the largest point and these fit just fine. Just a little more info. I really like the way they feel. May not need them as much since I learned my solius muscle was my problem and now I know how to stretch it separate from my gastrocnemius. They really keep your calves warm, they are really sweaty after a rigorous workout.
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I would like you to imagine the diameter of a large coffee can (I don't know if you remember those old blue Folgers' ones? The metal ones that held about two pounds of coffee?), the top of the protecter is a solid plastic ring about that wide. Now, imagine a thick offwhite piece of rubber on top of that; in the center of the stretchable piece of rubber is a hole, I'd say about two inches. You stretch that open as wide as you can manage (probably best if it is you and another person) and you "slide" your foot inside. It's actually not that easy to "slide" a heavily banaged foot in; my mother shattered her ankle and after surgery had staples holding her wound together so the doctor wrapped her foot all the way up to her knee with an assortment of bandages that added about five inches in diameter to her leg. It was a [insert explitive here] to get that thing on her; you need to have some serious upper body strength and at least four hands holding that opening open. Once it was up; even though that rubber was supposed to keep the water out, it still managed to leak in. We managed --over the next eight days-- to use saran wrap both under and over the cast protector to prevent the water from entering her (as my mother called it) leg condom until the stitches could (and by extension the banadge bulk) be removed. Also, if you have a handheld shower hose or a rain shower and you are using a chair in your tub/showerstall, try to avoid allowing it near your "leg condom" it will reduce the amount of water that will try and seep in. Yeah, injuries/surgeries are not fun at all. I hope this helps and good luck.
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I have a size 14-15 shoe depending on the brand and its too small for me. When I have a shoe on it doesnt fit in the heel, and trying to push it backwards with my ankle produces no stretch. Without the shoe the upper calf stretch feels very uncomfortable on the heel and I still can't get it to push back far enough to stretch. Im going to do a little more reading about the exercises and see if Im using it wrong though, but this has been my experience.
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I was told. 3"above the knee cap & 3"below the knee cap, measuring around your thigh and calf area. Is a general rule. But this site didnt offer inches when I purchased both of mine. My theigh is 28", and this xxl is to small for me. So I haven't worn them yet. Good luck. I hope this helps.
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Hi Susan, if you look at the pics displayed of box of stockings on amazon, there are 3 pics, one of them shows a size chart. You measure the circumference of your ankle, calf and thigh and that will tell you which size to order, small/Med/ or large. You can zoom in on the size chart, this should help. Measurements are the only accurate way on compression stockings as length and girth matter. You do not want them too short or tight...but you also don't want them too tall and loose, if there is too much excess stocking, it can bind worse than if too tight. They should not feel like your typical pantyhose. But a comfortable firm compression. Hope this helps. Hi Susan, if you look at the pics displayed of box of stockings on amazon, there are 3 pics, one of them shows a size chart. You measure the circumference of your ankle, calf and thigh and that will tell you which size to order, small/Med/ or large. You can zoom in on the size chart, this should help. Measurements are the only accurate way on compression stockings as length and girth matter. You do not want them too short or tight...but you also don't want them too tall and loose, if there is too much excess stocking, it can bind worse than if too tight. They should not feel like your... » Read More Hi Susan, if you look at the pics displayed of box of stockings on amazon, there are 3 pics, one of them shows a size chart. You measure the circumference of your ankle, calf and thigh and that will tell you which size to order, small/Med/ or large. You can zoom in on the size chart, this should help. Measurements are the only accurate way on compression stockings as length and girth matter. You do not want them too short or tight...but you also don't want them too tall and loose, if there is too much excess stocking, it can bind worse than if too tight. They should not feel like your typical pantyhose. But a comfortable firm compression. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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Try the adult short leg version. . The one I had only fit to above the ankle. It might be too long but you can always push it down. It works gret. Get well soon.
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Hi. I ordered a large as I ended up having a full knee replacement. Hence my knee swells alot. My son tried the same compression sleeve and it fell off his knee. He is 6' a Marine and a marathoner. I am not sure if this helps in your decision. I love mine. It is worth every penny. I have also recommended it to several others with knee pain. The beauty of this product is the sleeve for the ice packs. I have also put plain ice in the ziplock bag and put it in the sleeve. Oh what a relief it is.
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I am the same size now and it worked just fine for me last week when I had vein work done. So yes it will. They are tough to get on- try rolling it and working it up your leg- not like traditional pull ons,
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Hi- I am 5'7" and weigh approx 130-ish, my hips are 36" and thighs at the widest are 20". While the tights take a bit of an effort to get into, they are comfortable once on. I am really glad that I ordered the medium size- as a small would have been to tight for me. I honestly do not know how they will work for your vein support, but can tell you that I am very impressed with the general leg and knee support when I run or snowboard. Overall, I am very happy with the tights and am considering getting a 3/4 length pair for the summer.
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If your legs are truly quite thick, you may want to try the Large. I found that the fit on the medium was tight (as it should be) even on my small calves. If your calves are larger, they'd be uncomfortably restrictive.
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Frank I had to purchase 3 different selves. I am on the heavy side and the Mens XL and the Ladies XL were to small and cut into my thigh and rolled down the largest size they had the elastic band still cut into my thigh and rolls down. Because I had to go to a larger size the selves it self is to lose to do my knees any good. So I would use the size of your thigh and your weight to determine what size to purchase if possible you can try to reach some one at Tommie Copper, but I hear that can be hard to do.