No, I don't think compression hose would do as much as a good knee brace.

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If the pain is from the knee injury, I would not expect much improvement with knee-high support stockings.

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Compression stockings help minimize leg swelling.

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NO

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In general, compression therapy is not indicated for patellar dislocation, unless your ankles became swollen due to the original trauma. Regardless, you might benefit rather from a knee brace. If the knee does not become significantly better by week 12 since the injury, you must see an orthopedic surgeon, even if you saw one immediately after the dislocation. If you have any problems below the knee, you should see a vascular surgeon. Good luck!

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They certainly will help; they never hurt most folks. But to be sure if they will assist with the problems you mentioned, you do need to check-in with your orthopedist.

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Because your movement may be limited at this time, knee compression may help prevent blood clots and support your leg. I would ask the doctor if a lower weight (15-20 mmHg) pressure thigh-length hose might support the knee as well. It would be his decision.

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I do not think it will help our gait. The pressure may help the pain by keeping the patella in place or providing pressure on it. That would be my guess. I would ask an orthopedic doctor about this. The compression hose will definitely help with swelling.

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