What you'll need
- > Measuring tape
- > Size Chart
- > Pencil
- > Paper
Measuring tips:
- > The best time of day to measure is in the morning.
- > If possible, patient should stand while measurements are taken.
- > Measurements should be take against the skin not too tight or loose.
Where to measure:
For knee-high stockings:
- 1. Narrowest part of ankle above the ankle bone (B)
- 2. Widest part of calf (C)
- 3. Length from floor to slightly below knee in a straight line.
For thigh & waist-high stockings:
- 1. Narrowest part of ankle above the ankle bone (B)
- 2. Widest part of calf (C)
- 3. Widest part of upper thigh/groin (G)
- 4. Length from floor to G in a straight line.
