Covidien TED Knee Length Anti-Embolism Stockings for Continuing Care (White)
Patients with severely limited mobility post-surgery are at an increased risk of poor circulation in their legs and feet, which can lead to really dangerous conditions like DVT, pulmonary embolisms and blood clots. The Covidien TED Knee Length Anti-Embolism Stockings for Continuing Care (White) provide increasingly high compression from feet to thigh to promote healthy blood flow and support patients during their recovery.
What's Included?
- 1 x Pair of White Anti-Embolism Socks
- 1 x User Information Sheet
Sizing Information for Closed-Toe Anti-Embolism Knee Stockings
Finding the right size for is simple. Simply take two simple measurements whilst standing up as seen in the diagram and match them to the table below :
- Measure your calf's circumference at its thickest part
- Measure the distance from the bend in the back of your knee to the bottom of your heel at the back of the leg
| Size | Calf Circ. | Length |
|---|
| Small Regular | <12" (30.5cm) | <16" (40.6cm) |
| Small Long | >16" (40.6cm) |
| Medium Regular | 12 - 15"
(30.5- 38.1cm) | <17" (43.2cm) |
| Medium Long | >17" (43.2cm) |
| Large Regular | 15 - 17.5"
(38.1 - 44.5cm) | <18" (45.7cm) |
| Large Long | >18" (45.7cm) |
| Extra Large Regular | 17.5 - 20"
(44.5 - 50.8cm) | <18" (45.7cm) |
| Extra Large Long | >18" (45.7cm) |
Who Are the Covidien TED Closed-Toe DVT Stockings For?
The Covidien TED Anti-Embolism Stockings are designed for those who have had surgery and are in the first six weeks after the operation. Immobility and injured legs mean that post-op users are at high risk of developing a range of conditions because of blood clots. Conditions that these stockings can prevent include:
- Thromboembolic disease
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
- Pulmonary embolism
- Blood clots
How Do the Covidien TED Stockings Work?
The Covidien TED Stockings prevent blood from clotting in the leg after surgery or during a period of immobility. They do this through, compression, which helps to improve blood flow by increasing the level of pressure on the body.
The Covidien TED Anti-Embolism Stockings feature graduated pressure that is increased the higher up the stockings that you go. This helps to improve the speed of blood flow as it ascends up the leg, which reduces the chances of blood clots starting to develop.
Also Available in Different Colours
What Level of Compression Do the Covidien TED Stockings Provide?
The Covidien TED Stockings provide a differing level of compression the higher up the socks that you go. This is to ensure that blood is encouraged to accelerate rather than stall. The levels of compression at different parts of the leg are as follows:
- Lower thigh: 10 mmHg
- Popliteal: 8mmHg
- Calf: 14mmHg
- Ankle: 18mmHG
Where Will the Covidien Anti-Embolism Stockings Provide Compression?
The Covidien Compression Stockings are designed to provide compression in the places most at risk of developing blood clots. This mainly includes the back of the legs, the ankles and the lower knees.
Can I Use the Covidien TED Stockings Post Surgery?
The Covidien TED Anti-Embolism Stockings are designed for use post surgery. The reason why people post surgery are at higher risk of developing blood clots is because their legs are recovering and they will spend more time immobile. The Covidien TED Stockings are clinically proven to prevent venous thromboembolism in 14,000 post surgery patients.
Do Covidien Stockings Have an Open or Closed Toe?
The Covidien TED White Knee Length Anti-Embolism Stockings are closed toe in design, making them a great option for use all-year round. Closed toe compression stockings are the more popular design as they keep the feet and toes from getting cold and provide a gentle barrier against scuffs, scratches and scrapes.
Can I Use the Covidien TED Anti-Embolism Stockings While Flying?
We recommend that you speak to a medical expert before you purchase your Covidien TED Stockings as they are best suited to use in the six weeks after a surgery. However, there is no reason that they wouldn't be suitable for those who are flying, as compression socks can reduce the risk of blood clots in high risk air passengers, however you should consult your doctor before doing so.
How Tight Are the TED Knee Length Stockings to Wear?
Users have reported that the TED Knee Length Stockings are a little tight when you first put them on, but this should soon dissipate as your legs become more used to the design. Remember that compression stockings need to be tight in order to compress your legs and accelerate blood flow. After wearing them for a short period they should become more comfortable and some users have even reported barely feeling that they are wearing them at all, aside from the fact that their legs feel far more comfortable.
How Discreet Are the TED Anti-Embolism Stockings?
We understand that if you are post surgery then you'll want your TED Stockings to be more discreet. Their white material is thin on the legs, meaning that they don't look bulgy to the eye. This also means that you can wear them underneath clothes without the material showing through.
Care Instructions
- Machine wash with light goods in temperatures not exceeding 71°C
- Avoid excessive bleach
- They may be tumble dried at max. 121°C over a 15 to 20 minute period
Contraindications of the Covidien TED White Knee Length Anti-Embolism Stockings
In some instances the Anti-Embolism Compression Stockings are not suitable to be worn. This includes users who suffer from:
- Dermatitis
- Vein ligation
- Gangrene
- Recent skin graft
- Severe vascular diseases such as arteriosclerosis
- Massive oedema
- Leg deformity
Please note that we recommend you seek advice from a medical professional before purchase.
