If my calves are 15 inches, should I get the small or the medium size? The chart says either will work, but what's the better choice?
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Hello, I think it depends on how much pressure you want. Obviously the small is going to fit tighter and if you are looking for stronger compression that might serve you better. I personally would choose the small, because the whole point is compression and they do stretch out after awhile so tighter in the beginning isn't necessarily a bad thing.
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I guess it depends on your comfort. I was in between and ordered one of each. The smalls are good while I'm playing soccer, but the mediums are really comfy to wear through the day without feeling overly constricted.
210049
I had the same problem with my dog and I went with the medium. No problems so far and the straps are generous so if you're an inch off either way it wouldn't be a big deal.
417144
I am 5'4" and weighed 150 lbs. when I bought the medium. It was very snug. The top got looser when I lost weight so I just used the drawstring. If your legs are very thick, I would go with the large.
31880
I think if you bought the extra large, you should be just fine. I ended up going from an extra large down to a large because the extra large on my 15 inch calves just felt like a sock not a compression sleeve. I think I read under one of the reviews was a person with 18 inch calves and he bought the extra large and he had no problems
1918383
In my opinion you would require a large. My calves are small but I need a medium . A small was uncomfortable .
303852
I'd get a small. I have a Medium for my 45 pound Cattle Dog. While it would cinch down quite a bit more, 20 pounds is a lot. If I were Carol R, I'd go with small.
2095305
You're safe to follow the CEP sizing chart. If your husband's calf size is exactly between two sizes(15.25"... size III or size IV ???), personally I would go with the smaller size. Otherwise follow the chart and you'll be pleased.
77683
I would definitely go with a large especially if you are new to compression socks. A medium will be uncomfortably tight around your calf and may actually constrict rather than compress.
1227647
I wear an 8.5 or 39. I was given a small by my doctor's office. There is about 1/2 an inch from my toe to the end of the boot platform. They tried me in a medium first though. Besides length, you also have to account for the inner band size (under the 5 velcro straps) and your calf size. On the small I have, the inner band is very large and I have trouble overlapping it enough for a snug fit. I think a medium would have been impossible to do so on.
809673
Measure from the middle of the kneecap only and that will give you the size you need. mine fit perfect at 15"
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I'm 180lbs and use a small.I have decent size legs and use it for squats.I think it's better to go smaller, it stretches and tight is better than not tight enough
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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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Small=12-14", Medium=14-15", Large=15-17", Extra Large=17-18" measurement around your calf.
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the real issue is the circumference of your calf. mine is 18" and i need a large. i wear a size 10 shoe and the foot of the sock is more than big enough.the chart on the box says up to 14" calf-small 15 &16" calf medium, 17&18" large, &gt;18 XL i would recomend you get the firm as they will of course get weaker as you wear them. they last me about 2 months. best regards
220785
The think the size is determined by the size of your leg, not your shoe. Medium should work
1262225
I bought medium and my calves are not very big and they are pretty snug. Left impression on my legs from tightness. You may want to go with Large. I wear size 10 shoe as well.
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My husband said you should get small. The medium will fit you aslo but the feet will be big and my husband hates that. the small will fit closer to the body too, so you will have less chance of water getting in :) just his opinion