Do you recommend sizing up or down when you are between sizes when measuring your calf?
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If you are used to wearing compression socks you could size down. If you are not you might want to size up until you get a feel for what level of compression works best for you. I wouldn't size down if you are planning on wearing them for extended periods of time.
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Measure around the knee in the standing position. Size charts are included by some of the suppliers and I also found one in the reviews. If still unable to find one, google them and find the size on another site. They are worth the extra time. I have them in several sizes and use as both knee support and calf support. They wash well and last a very long time even with daily use.
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The salesman in the store went by my calf size and I got a perfect fit. I believe there is a size chart on the box that goes by calf size.
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You're overthinking this. Measure from under your knee cap (aka the bottom of your knee pit), not the top of your calf.
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Hello. I wear a size 7.5 with an average calf size. I bought the Med/Large. As the previous reviewer said, they are snug so the added size will be a plus. They work wonderfully and I will be using them again this week, when traveling.
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On the back of the box are the instructions on how to measure to determine your size. I enlarged the photo of the back of the box to determine what size I needed, my calves are 22" around and hence I ordered XL and it works perfect! I started with 2XL and they work as well, only difference is the foot is too large and I have extra room in the toes on that pair.
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If u wear a large t-shirt I'd go w/LG if u wear a medium I'd go w/medium and so on. I really think it helps! I have the knee sleeve too.
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Well, that's a tough one. I went small but my lower measurement was barely a 3 and my thigh was a 2 and I went with a 2 and I haven't had any problems.. Looking at the website it says Ur lower is a size 4 and the upper a size 2...id probably split the difference and go size 3...but that's me.. At Ur measurements on the bauerfiendusa website, 3 would be just 3/8 of inch too big on thigh and 1/8 inch small on the lower so that's what I would do.
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They don't have actual measurement-based sizing, unfortunately. The Small/Medium and Medium/Large size specs are all we have to work with. That being said, there is a review that conveys an opinion/advice that any calf circumference of 15" or more should be paired with a Medium/Large sleeve. I happen to have ordered the Medium/Large size without measuring anything, and I struggle a little to get the sleeve on and in place (which might simply be the 'nature of the beast', given what it's supposed to do), but it works extremely well, and is the only thing in my experience to prevent the shin splints I was otherwise plagued with and practically guaranteed to 'get'. I just measured my calf circumference, and it's ~14.5" -- so although mine is less than 15", a Medium/Large is what I needed, and it works well enough to do the job, but is tight enough when trying to get it on to make me wonder whether I ordered too small a size -- but once in place, it's fine, and it's not too tight (feel-wise), and doesn't hurt, etc. -- it just works like a charm.
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I got the XL for a 17 inch calf and it feels great. I would go by that measurement to decide.
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These are sized by your calf measurements. Take a tape measure and note the distance around the widest point of your calf. Then, you can use the Skins sizing guidelines to determine your appropriate size. It's important to get the compression right, as too tight can cause discomfort and too loose you might loose the benefit of the sock.
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measure around the calf above the knee and measure around the knee , you want it tight but not too tight to cut the blood flow and dig in to your skin mine are great x-large
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The calf of your leg is the measurement that the stockings are ordered by. A medium stocking has a calf measurement of 15-16". Measure your calf in the evening when your leg is full and your stockings will not be tight . Good luck
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I measure from the bottom of the foot at the heel to the back of the knee. I then measure the circumference of the calf.
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Measure the smallest part of your ankle, the largest part of your calf, and the distance from the floor (bottom of heel) to the bend in your knee (length). Small is 7" - 8 1/4" ankle/11" - 14" calf. Medium is 8 3/8" - 9 5/8" ankle/13.5" - 16" calf. Large is 9 3/4" - 11" ankle/15.5" - 18" calf. Regular length is 15" or more and short length is less than 15" length. Be sure to pay attention if the socks are closed or open toes and select the style you want. The company's size chart for all sizes is at http://www.truform.com/products/products/medical_wear/therapeutic/20-30_knee_high_-_soft_top_closed_toe_short/8865S Hope that helps. Measure the smallest part of your ankle, the largest part of your calf, and the distance from the floor (bottom of heel) to the bend in your knee (length). Small is 7" - 8 1/4" ankle/11" - 14" calf. Medium is 8 3/8" - 9 5/8" ankle/13.5" - 16" calf. Large is 9 3/4" - 11" ankle/15.5" - 18" calf. Regular length is 15" or more and short length is less than 15" length. Be sure to pay attention if the socks are closed or open toes and select the style you want. The company's size chart for all sizes is at... » Read More Measure the smallest part of your ankle, the largest part of your calf, and the distance from the floor (bottom of heel) to the bend in your knee (length). Small is 7" - 8 1/4" ankle/11" - 14" calf. Medium is 8 3/8" - 9 5/8" ankle/13.5" - 16" calf. Large is 9 3/4" - 11" ankle/15.5" - 18" calf. Regular length is 15" or more and short length is less than 15" length. Be sure to pay attention if the socks are closed or open toes and select the style you want. The company's size chart for all sizes is at http://www.truform.com/products/products/medical_wear/therapeutic/20-30_knee_high_-_soft_top_closed_toe_short/8865S Hope that helps. « Show Less
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That's a good question! I actually took a tape measure and wrapped it around my knee and calves to determine a size. Once you have a size in mind I would then go to the McDavid website and check out their size chart to determine which size will work best for you. My results after measuring with the tape measure was 18, which led to determining my size, which a large, based on McDavid's website. The key is determining where the placement of the sleeve is best for you. If you would like it over your knee's measure the knee. If you would like it placed right above or near your calves, measure your calf muscle. Hope this helps! That's a good question! I actually took a tape measure and wrapped it around my knee and calves to determine a size. Once you have a size in mind I would then go to the McDavid website and check out their size chart to determine which size will work best for you. My results after measuring with the tape measure was 18, which led to determining my size, which a large, based on McDavid's website. The key is determining where the placement of the sleeve is best for you. If you would like it over your knee's measure the knee. If you would like it placed right above or near your calves, measure... » Read More That's a good question! I actually took a tape measure and wrapped it around my knee and calves to determine a size. Once you have a size in mind I would then go to the McDavid website and check out their size chart to determine which size will work best for you. My results after measuring with the tape measure was 18, which led to determining my size, which a large, based on McDavid's website. The key is determining where the placement of the sleeve is best for you. If you would like it over your knee's measure the knee. If you would like it placed right above or near your calves, measure your calf muscle. Hope this helps! « Show Less
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Hi, Denis : I have waist 35 & inseam 32.5 I use size M. But skins suggest to choose u size according to ur weight & height . So with my weight of 80kg & 182cm , I use chart - size M was recommended . U can use this link below to check ur self :http://m.skins.net/ch_en/unique-sizing-guide/For me Size M is ok , but I guess with my regular squats now I feel some tightness at crotch , otherwise all ok .As for inseam fitness , size M exposes about 2 inch of my calf , but again ok as I use a tommie cooper compression long socks . So Dennis it might be better to check ur self at recommended skins sizing chart . Das{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252{\fonttbl}{\colortbl;\red255\green255\blue255;}} Hi, Denis : I have waist 35 & inseam 32.5 I use size M. But skins suggest to choose u size according to ur weight & height . So with my weight of 80kg & 182cm , I use chart - size M was recommended . U can use this link below to check ur self :http://m.skins.net/ch_en/unique-sizing-guide/For me Size M is ok , but I guess with my regular squats now I feel some tightness at crotch , otherwise all ok .As for inseam fitness , size M exposes about 2 inch of my calf , but again ok as I use a tommie cooper compression long socks . So Dennis it might be better to check... » Read More Hi, Denis : I have waist 35 & inseam 32.5 I use size M. But skins suggest to choose u size according to ur weight & height . So with my weight of 80kg & 182cm , I use chart - size M was recommended . U can use this link below to check ur self :http://m.skins.net/ch_en/unique-sizing-guide/For me Size M is ok , but I guess with my regular squats now I feel some tightness at crotch , otherwise all ok .As for inseam fitness , size M exposes about 2 inch of my calf , but again ok as I use a tommie cooper compression long socks . So Dennis it might be better to check ur self at recommended skins sizing chart . Das{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252{\fonttbl}{\colortbl;\red255\green255\blue255;}} « Show Less