Review on Medical Grade NuVein Surgical Stockings With 18 MmHg Embolic Recovery Support, Unisex Knee High Fit, Open Toe, White, Medium Size by Brianna Quintana

Before deciding to use compression stockings, speak with your health care professional. There are a bunch of physical conditions which should prevent you from wearing them. Once you get the go-ahead, remember that these are based less on shoe size than on the circumference of your ankles and calves. They are tightest around the ankle. Take those measurements to find the best fit. These socks are open toed, which some people prefer, but consider that in summer you'd need to wear another pair of socks over them before putting on shoes, which might be too warm. I recommend washing them by hand, though the package doesn't offer any guidance on this point. Nuvein makes these socks in three colors: white, black and beige, both open and closed toe, and assorted sizes. I think they're an affordable alternative to prescription compression stockings.