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...
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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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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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I didn't measure my knees; I just wanted one that would really wrap around my swollen knee all the way, so I ordered the large. I had knee replacement surgery and my knee was swollen up huge!
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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 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 recommend trying larger size. Mine put too much pressure and I couldn't wear it much. Not sure if it a good idea. Surgery is answer.
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Hi Karen - I purchase these stockings and first went to a pharmacist who measured my leg and sized me for the stockings - I purchased my first set from the pharmacist, and thereafter, once I knew the propser size, purchased the stocking on-line. Hope this helps.
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I recall in the hospital they sort of turned it inside out, got it on my foot the correct way and then sort of rolled it up my leg. At home here my husband had to work at it. It is not an easy thing to do. I had to wear large (that is what they gave me in the hospital) so maybe you need a large instead of medium. In any case you basically have to tug and pull as they are very tight. Sorry I couldn't be more help.
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I purchased the sock size that fit my shoe size (which was a medium). I have a 15 inch calf and the socks fit quite comfortably. I have problems with fitting socks over my calves. Not so with these.
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to find out what size to order, find out the size of your leg. if you look at the size chart on the box, there is a spot on amazon to see the size list under the product pic, it will tell u what size u need by the inches of your calf. As far as the compression goes I go with the firmest because the mediums slip down my leg and compress where it settles instead of the whole calf area. Hope this answers your question.
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I Had a knee sleeve for a while. I ordered a new one same size and it as a little smaller. In fact it was tight. I would suggest 1 size up. Guess they have a new company making them.
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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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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 purchased these for my mother (size 9.5 womens) who has extremely swollen feet. These socks are thick and stretchy. Since you are in the middle of the two sizes, I think the question becomes what are your personal preferences in terms of how high you want the sock coming up your calves. If you want them on the lower side I would get the 8-11.
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Hi, I looked at their actual site for sizing. From there I took my own measurments and from those I tried to make the best decison from there. Also, if your half measurment is a size larger than what it should be for a smaller size based on the measurments for your thight, base your size off of your calf instead or the brace will not fit properly.
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I used to wear 8 extra extra wide, perhaps the same as 4E. I bought the narrower of the two sizes which were offered some years ago. I would put them on at night to hold down swelling that occurred during the day. They were fine for a few hours but I would need to pull them off before morning. More recently, I bought just one for the foot that still swells. I bought it in the larger size; it was too loose to help.
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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.