Why do I get intense burning & pain in my feet when I fall asleep while reclining?)

Sometimes when I recline while watching TV in the evening, I fall asleep with my knee-high, open-toe compression stockings on. I'm awakened by intense pain on the sides of my feet within 3 hours. Why? Is this an indication of something serious?

Answers from doctors (5)


Ozark Regional Vein Center

Published on Jun 11, 2014

You need to have a thorough evaluation by a vascular surgeon. The stocking may be too tight and can press on sensitive nerve spots, in addition to be relatively contraindicated in patients with borderline arterial insufficiency.

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Answered by Ozark Regional Vein Center

You need to have a thorough evaluation by a vascular surgeon. The stocking may be too tight and can press on sensitive nerve spots, in addition to be relatively contraindicated in patients with borderline arterial insufficiency.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

Published on Jun 09, 2014

You need to remove your hose sooner.

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Answered by Cosmetic Vein Centers of Texas

You need to remove your hose sooner.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vein Specialties of St. Louis

Published on Jun 09, 2014

This can happen in some people and I would recommend you remove your hose before napping in the chair with legs elevated. If the problem still occurs, you may want to discuss this with your doctor.

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Answered by Vein Specialties of St. Louis

This can happen in some people and I would recommend you remove your hose before napping in the chair with legs elevated. If the problem still occurs, you may want to discuss this with your doctor.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


I am not sure your medical history but could be irritation from the stockings or less likely mild arterial disease. I would remove the stockings if you are relaxing at night with your feet up. The benefit of the stockings is when you are standing, when gravity is working against your veins.

Answered by HeartCare Associates Vein Center (View Profile)

I am not sure your medical history but could be irritation from the stockings or less likely mild arterial disease. I would remove the stockings if you are relaxing at night with your feet up. The benefit of the stockings is when you are standing, when gravity is working against your veins.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Vanish Vein and Laser Center

Published on Jun 06, 2014

It is hard to say what is wrong from what you describe. You should have a baseline arterial and venous evaluation and possibly a neurologic evaluation.

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Answered by Vanish Vein and Laser Center

It is hard to say what is wrong from what you describe. You should have a baseline arterial and venous evaluation and possibly a neurologic evaluation.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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