If they are making your legs feel better (low compression knee high stockings) you can wear them.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

When we talk about low compression stockings, we mean a compression in the range of 15-20 mm Hg. The presence of atherosclerotic changes on a CTA does not represent a contraindication to compression stockings. The best way to determine if you can wear any type of compression stocking is the presence or absence of pulses in the feet. If your pulses are clearly palpable by an experienced physician, then you could wear a compression of 15-20 mm Hg, and very likely of 20-30 mm Hg, without any risk. If the pulses in the feet are not clearly palpable, a Doppler test with pressure measurements at the ankles would give a very clear answer regarding your ability to wear compression stockings.

Published on Jul 11, 2012