Compression hose are sometimes necessary when you suffer from poor circulation, varicose veins in your legs or have poor circulation due to pregnancy or immobility. The pressure of the tight hose improves circulation for less severe side effects. Unfortunately, putting on compression hose can be difficult, especially for those of an advanced age and limited mobility. With the right method, you can roll on your compression hose quickly so they can start benefiting your legs first thing in the morning.
Step 1
Allow your legs to dry after getting out of the shower. Attempting to put tight compression hose over wet skin can make it even more difficult.
Step 2
Sprinkle a small amount of cornstarch up and down your legs. The cornstarch will create a more slippery surface so the hose goes on more easily.
Step 3
Place your thumbs into the first leg of the compression hose, suggests AirHealth.org. Use your thumbs to work down the leg and bunch the excess in your fists until your thumbs reach the foot of the hose.
Step 4
Slip the smaller portion of the hose over your foot. Then, slide the leg of the compression hose up your leg, releasing the excess fabric you've been holding in your fists. You should be smoothing the hose as you work your way up, instead of tugging on the hose, notes VeinDirectory.org.
Step 5
Repeat the process on the other leg. Smooth all of the fabric in place and secure the tops of the hose by pressing the plasticized cuff around your leg.
Tips and Warnings
- Put on your compression hose as one of the first things that you do in the morning, suggests ElderCareTeam.com. If you're up and walking around too much, fluid can pool in your legs and make it even more difficult to put on your compression hose. Put them on as soon as you get up or straight after your morning shower.
Things You'll Need
- Cornstarch
- Compression hose
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