Features
- Solaris ExoSoft Open Toe Below Knee 20-30 mmHg Compression Stockings is a closed toe garment that provides 20-30 mmHg compression just below the knee crease
- ExoSoft material consists of:
– 85% nylon
– 15% spandex - Indications:
– Lymphedema
– Venous swelling
– Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) - Washing Instructions:
– Machine wash with mild detergent in warm water
– Don’t use bleach or fabric softeners
– Machine dry on permanent press. Do not iron - Helping Hints:
– The stockings must be worn as soon as the user wakes up. That is usually when leg  is at its smallest and garment is the easiest to don
– Hand must be dry before putting the gauntlet on. A thin layer of talcum or baby powder may help
– Use vinyl gloves, such as dishwashing gloves, while putting on the garment to prevent fingernail tears and make it easier to adjust
– Take off watches and jewelry before putting the garment on. They can snag and tear the garment
– Don’t cut or pull loose threads. Cutting or pulling could cause a run in the fabric
– Skin hygiene is important, so put on a clean garment every day
– Putting on compression garments can be frustrating, especially the first few times. It will get easier with practice and patience - Size to be determined by ankle and calf measurements
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- Contraindications:
– Arterial insufficiency or degeneration
– Untreated congestive heart failure
– Systemic infection
– Impaired sensation
– Cognitive impairment
– Allergies or sensitivities to materials - With good care, stockings will need to be replaced in six months or less. Some signs that indicate it is probably time for a new ExoSoft stockings:
– It is slipping or falling down more frequently
– It has become considerably easier to put on
– It has been six months since the user began wearing the garment - How to Put On Solaris ExoSoft Open Toe Below Knee 20-30 mmHg Compression Stockings:
– Turn the garment inside out until the user reaches the foot portion. The heel pocket or seam should just be visible
– Slide foot into the foot portion. Adjust the garment until heel is aligned with the heel pocket or seam
– Ease the garment up the leg a few centimeters at a time. Smooth out creases as user moves upwards - How to Remove Solaris ExoSoft Open Toe Below Knee 20-30 mmHg Compression Stockings:
– Grab the top band of the garment and turn it inside out
– Continue turning the garment inside out while pulling it down to the ankle.
– Insert a finger into the stocking to move it over the ankle
– Then, pull the rest of the garment off of the foot
