Every Nurse Needs These: Compression Socks Explained
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ส.ค. 2022
- Nurses and nursing school students: save your legs by wearing compression socks (also called compression stockings). Standing and walking around on a hard surface for 12-hours or more can be brutal on your feet and legs.
One way you can help save your legs as a nurse is to wear compression stockings (aka compression socks). These help compress your legs and improve blood flow, which helps prevent leg soreness and varicose veins from developing.
I've been wearing compression socks for years, and I also wore them toward the end of my pregnancy, too. And yes, male nurses also wear them!
There are many great brands, but I liked the cute EKG design of the ones in this video. I purchased them from Amazon for around $9.99 for a 3 pack. Here's an affiliate ad link of the ones I bought: amzn.to/3vEj9NM
They come in different compression grades, and I usually buy the 20-30 mmHg grade.
I hope that helps save your legs!
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Couldn’t agree more. I do 12 hour shifts and I didn’t start wearing these until AFTER I started getting vascular ulcers, and it was too late.
They also really make your legs feel amazing. PLEASEEEE wear compression socks if your on your feet for more than 8 hours.
Thanks
Thank you for making this point! Everyone who spends most of their day on their feet, especially on hard surfaces, should wear compression socks - no matter your age or profession. The difference is like night and day, no joke! This little bit of prevention is priceless when compared to the nonstop agony of the “cures” decades later.
I have this exact pair. They work amazing! I couldn't recommend more!
i have bi-lateral dvt.
if it wasn't for compression socks i'd be bed bound.
they sorta make ya feel like iron man when ya wear 'em.
wish i would have adopted wearing compression socks before i got dvt.
mountain biking real hard XC pre 2012.
not pro, but fast amateur.
then one day after riding real hard in 90+ degree heat and letting myself get dehydrated i got a cramp in my leg.
couldn't put weight on my right leg, so hobbled into the shower, had to sit down.
washed up, got in bed.
about 2am my right leg spasmed and i woke up real quick.
about 20 seconds later i had a PE in my lower left lung.
passed out.
woke up the next day though.
that's all that counts.
the brand i recommenced are Sigvaris.
if you've read this far you get the compression sock pumpkin.
and Merrell foot wear.
don't ever take your feets and legs for granted.
How long should I wear them per day?
Excellent recommendation. I just took my off. Time to elevate my legs now
Thank you for everything I passed my test
I Work 12 Night Shift At A Psychic Hospital And When The Work Is Done And Everyone Is Asleep I Like To Do Some Pacing Back And Forth To Stay Sane And Get My Steps In, I Jus Order Mines So I'm Excited And Hope They Work 😊
Thanks Sarah! I wore compression socks for a while (although I don't think they were strong enough) and gave up lol but I might have to give them another try
Can you do a video on your favorite shoes for nursing?
My 3rd pregnancy gave me awful varicose veins 25yrs ago. Without my compression socks my feet and ankles resemble those of Fred Flintstone--no joke! As a plus size gal I am beyond thrilled I am now starting to find fun colors & patterns in my size--including those very pair featured in your video. I can not even imagine attempting on of my 12+hr shifts without my compression socks!!!
I wear them faithfully during my shifts 💫
Thanks Nurse Sarah. God bless!
Thanks for the tip. You are heavenly sent 😍
I Have a pair of socks and they have helped me since some years ago and they really work
I agree i never knew how much better my legs and feet can feel after a shift just by properly wearing these
Thanks, I really appreciate the advice.
Absolutely!!! Wear these!
My sister gave 3 pairs of these and woah the difference you can feel and even see!
Working in security industry.....on my feet all day walking miles .....both legs and feet have had previous serious surgery and with this comes lasting pain but the socks help ....sleep better ....less cramps highly recommend them....😊
I have those exact same socks n yes they do work wo nders, my feet n legs used to hurt at work because I walked the floor all day dealing with residents, lifting ,bending etc etc, when I put them on if elf the difference. I am wearing a brand new pair right now n they feel great!!!
Many thanks for this.
I started a new career in Sterile Processing(cleaning/sterilizing surgical instruments and equipment). My feet have been killing me, I got some compression socks today, and my feet feel better. I will work tomorrow and see how it goes.
Thanks for the advice we really need those, cuz forced to often do overtime in the OR, 😫 so shuttered at the end
I have these exact sockies 💖
I adore compression socks.
In Germany at nursing home where I am interning at the moment, for some of the residents these compression socks are a total necessity for them as prescribed by the doctor.
I use a tens shock pad for foot pain
Thank you
Then you need to put them on correctly. Lie down with your legs elevated above your heart. Dorsiflex your feet several times to empty your veins. Now put your socks on WITHOUT YOU GETTING OUT OF BED. BY DROPPING YOUR LEGS OVER THE BED GRAVITY FILLS UP THE VEINS. Your ankles will swell up if you put your compression socks on after sitting or standing up.
I wore knee high compression socks 44 years of 12 and 16 hour shifts.
I might try these for my job (not a Nurse) it's only approximately four to five hours but I'm very active during work, Sometimes running/jumping or dancing.
Compressions socks are so useful. Thank you for listing the link to these in your bio. I will definitely recommend it to my mom cause she needs some new compression socks and the ones in stores here are expensive. Also do you know of any good brands with solid colors such as white, black, or tan?
I don't necessarily get pain outside a spasm or two but I do get fatigued and notice my leg getting puffy and they do help me with both.
I'm not a nurse, I'm actually still in high school. I like compression socks because my feet never feel like numb static when I wear them
I work 12hr shifts/nights and I wear these socks.
I need it
Very interesting ! Good for men or women I suppose if walking on your feet alot 🤔. Good to wear if you have slightly high blood pressure take 10mg lisinopril daily ?
Those varicose veins look hideous 👀I just started those 3 days a week. 12 hour shifts. My legs r going to end up looking like that?!!!😩I will b ordering me some as soon as I get a chance. Thanks Sarah.
Do the lighter compression amounts work just as well? say the 15-20mm HG vs 15-30?
Heavier ones are usually better. But try the light ones. They might be enough for you
Not really, you won’t feel compression on those. The recommendation is 20-30
Are they supposed to be under or over your knees? Thank you!
I need these. Do I need specific measurements or it's as shoes size
I have Plantar Fasciitis. I spent over 600 for orthopedics insoles but it didnt work is there an alternative, every shift I wish I could float on air.
See a Podiatrist as soon as you can 🙏🏽
I was finding but can't find a good one. The one 1 bought are making my veins worse, and sweating is another problem
Hello
Yo quiero!!! Cómo encargo?
What would you recommend for funeral home assistants. We need to stand for about 7 to 8 hours, but we can't wear socks. It's business suits and business dresses 😢
I'm interested on it how can I get it .
Hey what brand is that socks?
does it improve sleeping
Can Hospital janitors wear these while cleaning as well?
Yes
What if you're a taller guy? And wear a size 18??
I get a little nervous wearing compression socks. Last time I worn them was in nursing school 2 years ago. The one I had was fairly snug around the calf, and loose around my ankles. At the end of my clinical, my veins around my ankle looked like udon noodles. I'm guessing because the loose fit around my ankles helped the blood pool more easy?
Thank again 💗
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Am I the only one who legs get irritated wearing compression socks or stockings in general? I wanted to wear them religiously for my 12hr shifts but it seems that my legs dont "like" them. Idk it sounds weird but it makes me just want to take it off during my shifts. It's so sad...
You are not the only ones, I hate the feeling, my legs get super itchy, irritated and my calves burn so bad when i take them off, im considering stop wearing them 😢
oh, she cute.