T.E.D. Anti-Embolism Stockings, Medium Regular, Black, Knee Length, Closed Toe - 1ea

Fitting T.E.D. Stockings: 1. Measure calf circumference at the greatest portion to determine size. 2. Measure distance from bend of knee to bottom of heel to determine length. (If possible, measure length in standing position). Wear Instructions: 1. Insert hand into stocking as far as the heel pocket. Grasp center of heel pocket and turn stockings inside out. 2. Carefully position stocking over foot and heel. Center heel in heel pocket. 3. Pull stocking up and around ankle and calf, working up to the final position. Top of stocking should be 1 to 2 inches below bottom of knee cap. Smooth out any excess material. Care instructions: To preserve life of stockings, launder every three days. Keep the stockings free from substances such as ointments, oils, and lanolin which deteriorate elastic. Wash in warm water temperatures not to exceed 160 degrees F (71 degrees C). Avoid excessive bleach. Dry in temperatures not to exceed 250 degrees F (121degrees C) for no longer than 20 minutes. Remove from dryer promptly. Prolonged heat can reduce the stocking's wear life.

These stockings are only to be worn on the advice of your doctor and for the time period recommended. Do not under any circumstances turn down top of stockings; Do not cover any portion of the knee. Stockings may not be recommend for patients with the following. (Ask your physician); 1. Any leg condition in which stockings would interfere, such as: a. Dermatitis (skin problems), b. Vein ligation (recent leg surgery), c. Gangrene, d. Recent skin graft. 2. Severe vascular diseases, such as arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) that cause poor circulation to the leg. 3. Massive edema (swelling) of the legs, or pulmonary edema (fluid in the lungs) from congestive heart failure. 4. Extreme deformity of the leg. Proper sizing and application must be assured.