What Compression Stocking Devices can help me?

What devices are available to help me put on my compression stockings ??

Answers from doctors (7)


Vascular Institute of Chattanooga

Published on Aug 18, 2019

There are multiple commercial devices to aid in putting on compression stockings. Search on AMAZON for "compression stocking donner" and you will get a multitude of results.

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Answered by Vascular Institute of Chattanooga

There are multiple commercial devices to aid in putting on compression stockings. Search on AMAZON for "compression stocking donner" and you will get a multitude of results.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Sep 15, 2010

There are multiple devices for this. Each company has its own and you may want to confer with them. These devices are called butlers or donning aids. The easiest thing to try is wearing a pair of latex rubber gloves when applying the stockings.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

There are multiple devices for this. Each company has its own and you may want to confer with them. These devices are called butlers or donning aids. The easiest thing to try is wearing a pair of latex rubber gloves when applying the stockings.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Published on Oct 16, 2009

Lots of "donning aids" available to make it easier to get your compression stockings on easier.

Donning Suggestions
Compression garments are easier to put on when you first get out of bed, before swelling occurs.

Helpful Hints
Skin should be dry. Applying a thin layer of cornstarch or powder will help the stockings or sleeve slide over your skin. Remove your rings and jewelry that can damage your garment. Wear rubber or vinyl gloves to prevent fingernails from damaging the fabric. The gloves also help provide grip to distribute the fabric more easily. Avoid rolling, gathering or bunching the fabric, as this will only increase the pressure like creating a super rubber band. Apply moisturizer to your legs or arm in the evening rather than just before putting on your stocking or sleeve.

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Answered by Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Lots of "donning aids" available to make it easier to get your compression stockings on easier.

Donning Suggestions
Compression garments are easier to put on when you first get out of bed, before swelling occurs.

Helpful Hints
Skin should be dry. Applying a thin layer of cornstarch or powder will help the stockings or sleeve slide over your skin. Remove your rings and jewelry that can damage your garment. Wear rubber or vinyl gloves to prevent fingernails from damaging the fabric. The gloves also help provide grip to distribute the fabric more easily. Avoid rolling, gathering or bunching the fabric, as this will only increase the pressure like creating a super rubber band. Apply moisturizer to your legs or arm in the evening rather than just before putting on your stocking or sleeve.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Miller Vein

Published on Oct 16, 2009

There are a variety of devices that can help such as a "stocking donner" or "butler." Cotton gloves that have rubber dots on them are very helpful. You can usually buy a pair from a gas station. There is also a "Sock-eez" which can help you remove the stockings.

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Answered by Miller Vein

There are a variety of devices that can help such as a "stocking donner" or "butler." Cotton gloves that have rubber dots on them are very helpful. You can usually buy a pair from a gas station. There is also a "Sock-eez" which can help you remove the stockings.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Oct 15, 2009

There are several devices that can help with compression. The most common
are stockings which come with different levels of compression. There are also
wraps that can be applied on regular basis. For patients with significant
swelling problems in the leg there are also compression pumps and
compression braces.

There are several devices that can help with applying compression stockings.
There is a stocking butler which allows you to step into the stocking. There
are also are stocking donners which help guide the stockings on.

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

There are several devices that can help with compression. The most common
are stockings which come with different levels of compression. There are also
wraps that can be applied on regular basis. For patients with significant
swelling problems in the leg there are also compression pumps and
compression braces.

There are several devices that can help with applying compression stockings.
There is a stocking butler which allows you to step into the stocking. There
are also are stocking donners which help guide the stockings on.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


VeinSolutions - Edina

Published on Oct 15, 2009

Medi USA has a device they call a stocking donner. You can find it on there website if you google them.

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Answered by VeinSolutions - Edina

Medi USA has a device they call a stocking donner. You can find it on there website if you google them.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Angelo N. Makris MD

Published on Oct 15, 2009

There is a device called a "compression stocking butler" that can be purchased or ordered at retailers that sell medical grade compression hose. However, you may want to try wearing latex gloves when putting on your stockings. Most patients find that the latex gloves make the task a lot easier. There are also stockings with a zipper for easier placement.

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Answered by Angelo N. Makris MD

There is a device called a "compression stocking butler" that can be purchased or ordered at retailers that sell medical grade compression hose. However, you may want to try wearing latex gloves when putting on your stockings. Most patients find that the latex gloves make the task a lot easier. There are also stockings with a zipper for easier placement.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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