What type of Compression Hose should i choose?

I have spider veins in my both thighs.what type of compression hose should i wear? Below knee or above knee?

Answers from doctors (7)


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Aug 20, 2010

The compression should be above the are of concern-in your case above the thighs. The compression should be a minimum of 10 to 20 and a maximum of 20 to 30 mmhg. The most important factor with compression stockings is wearing them-if they are too tight or don't fit properly, then they will not be worn.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

The compression should be above the are of concern-in your case above the thighs. The compression should be a minimum of 10 to 20 and a maximum of 20 to 30 mmhg. The most important factor with compression stockings is wearing them-if they are too tight or don't fit properly, then they will not be worn.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Laser Vein Center

Published on Jun 09, 2010

You would want to cover the affected area so I would imagine thigh high or pantyhose style would work best. At the minimum if the veins are small you would use a 15mm Hg compression but 30mm works best. To determine the right size (eg. Small, medium, etc..) you need to measure with a soft measuring tape your ankle, mid calf & maximal thigh circumference and look at a chart on one of the websites to find the right one. If you are wearing them for pain relief, try both both and whichever feels better would be appropriate

Answered by Laser Vein Center (View Profile)

You would want to cover the affected area so I would imagine thigh high or pantyhose style would work best. At the minimum if the veins are small you would use a 15mm Hg compression but 30mm works best. To determine the right size (eg. Small, medium, etc..) you need to measure with a soft measuring tape your ankle, mid calf & maximal thigh circumference and look at a chart on one of the websites to find the right one. If you are wearing them for pain relief, try both both and whichever feels better would be appropriate

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Miller Vein

Published on Jun 03, 2010

If you are wearing them for pain relief, try both and whichever feels better would be appropriate. Compression stockings will not get rid of your spider veins and there is no proof that they will prevent them.

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Answered by Miller Vein

If you are wearing them for pain relief, try both and whichever feels better would be appropriate. Compression stockings will not get rid of your spider veins and there is no proof that they will prevent them.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Published on May 25, 2010

Must compress in the area at and just above the veins so likely the thigh high? 15-20 or 20-30mmhg.

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Answered by Bella MD Laser Vein and Aesthetic Center

Must compress in the area at and just above the veins so likely the thigh high? 15-20 or 20-30mmhg.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Angelo N. Makris MD

Published on May 25, 2010

Above the knee and higher compression are more beneficial, but choose a pair that you will wear and tolerate.

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Answered by Angelo N. Makris MD

Above the knee and higher compression are more beneficial, but choose a pair that you will wear and tolerate.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


VeinCare Centers of Tennessee

Published on May 25, 2010

The area of the spider veins needs to be compressed, so thigh or pantyhose would be appropriate.

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Answered by VeinCare Centers of Tennessee

The area of the spider veins needs to be compressed, so thigh or pantyhose would be appropriate.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


More About Doctor Innovative Vein

Published on May 25, 2010

Full leg compression is best. But unfortunately the spider veins will not improve by wearing stockings. They help with symptoms fairly well but not with improving existing spider veins.

Answered by Innovative Vein (View Profile)

Full leg compression is best. But unfortunately the spider veins will not improve by wearing stockings. They help with symptoms fairly well but not with improving existing spider veins.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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