What time of day should a patient be measured for knee-high compression stockings?

I have a client whose legs increase in size during the day a lot. By the time I see him (around mid0day) he has 3 times the swelling. He just started to wear TED-like hose, but previously wore support hose. What time of day should I measure him for knee-high stockings?

Answers from doctors (10)


Americas Vein Centers - Southborough

Published on Nov 07, 2013

It is best to measure a patient for compression stockings early in the morning.

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Answered by Americas Vein Centers - Southborough

It is best to measure a patient for compression stockings early in the morning.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Center of Orange County

Published on Nov 07, 2013

Measurements to fit compression stockings should be taken in the morning before swelling occurs. Stockings applied in the morning will prevent swelling and must fit properly before swelling develops.

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Answered by Vein Center of Orange County

Measurements to fit compression stockings should be taken in the morning before swelling occurs. Stockings applied in the morning will prevent swelling and must fit properly before swelling develops.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

Published on Nov 07, 2013

The best time to measure a patient for compression hose is In the morning before swelling begins.



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Answered by Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

The best time to measure a patient for compression hose is In the morning before swelling begins.



Published on Jul 11, 2012


Arizona Vein Specialists

Published on Nov 06, 2013

Measure in the morning since the legs tend to swell during the day. If not fitted in the AM, the hose will be loose in the mornings when the patient puts them on (because the swelling has subsided). You might have to upsize if the patient can't tolerate a given size or compression. Ankle/brachial index is advisable to measure.

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Answered by Arizona Vein Specialists

Measure in the morning since the legs tend to swell during the day. If not fitted in the AM, the hose will be loose in the mornings when the patient puts them on (because the swelling has subsided). You might have to upsize if the patient can't tolerate a given size or compression. Ankle/brachial index is advisable to measure.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Published on Nov 06, 2013

He should be measured first thing in the morning, preferably just after he gets up. Or, he can be fitted if he dons the TED hose before getting out of bed and gets measured as soon as possible in the morning before the swelling has time to increase. It may be that he will need to be re-measured more frequently as the swelling is controlled.

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Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis

He should be measured first thing in the morning, preferably just after he gets up. Or, he can be fitted if he dons the TED hose before getting out of bed and gets measured as soon as possible in the morning before the swelling has time to increase. It may be that he will need to be re-measured more frequently as the swelling is controlled.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


General Vascular Surgery Group

Published on Nov 05, 2013

Early morning is best when measuring a patient for compression stockings.

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Answered by General Vascular Surgery Group

Early morning is best when measuring a patient for compression stockings.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Nov 05, 2013

The ideal time to be measured is when the leg is at it's smallest. Compression stockings should be applied first thing in the morning after the legs are elevated at night; therefore, measure first thing in the morning before the legs swell.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

The ideal time to be measured is when the leg is at it's smallest. Compression stockings should be applied first thing in the morning after the legs are elevated at night; therefore, measure first thing in the morning before the legs swell.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Nov 05, 2013

It is best to be measured first thing in the morning when the legs are the smallest. That is also when the stockings should be applied.

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

It is best to be measured first thing in the morning when the legs are the smallest. That is also when the stockings should be applied.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Veins etc. at Comprehensive Cardiovascular Consultants

Published on Nov 05, 2013

A patient can be measured for compression stockings towards the end of the day.

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Answered by Veins etc. at Comprehensive Cardiovascular Consultants

A patient can be measured for compression stockings towards the end of the day.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Milford Vascular Institute

Published on Nov 05, 2013

First thing in the morning is the best time to measure for compression stockings.

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Answered by Milford Vascular Institute

First thing in the morning is the best time to measure for compression stockings.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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