Frequently asked questions

SolvaCare compression stockings are most effective in supporting the blood circulation when they are properly put on. How do you check that? Pay close attention to the following instructions:

1: Make sure the stocking is put on tightly and smoothly over the entire lower leg.
2: Make sure the dark-coloured heel section fits well over the heel.
3: Make sure the upper edge of the stocking is not folded over.
4: The upper edge of the stocking should end about an inch below the knee.

SolvaCare compression stockings are elastic both lengthways and widthways. People with long lower legs can pull the stocking up further. To do this, make twisting movements with your hands (as if you were turning a steering wheel back and forth) while putting on the stocking and the fabric will give way. This has no effect on the pressure profile and the functionality of the stocking.

The SolvaCare compression stockings may be worn 24 hours a day. Whether you should wear them 24 hours a day or not depends on why you are wearing the stockings. If you wear the stockings to prevent deep venous thrombosis you can wear them day and night, at least until you can or may move your legs again. If you wear the stockings for other reasons, you can take them off when your legs are no longer under strain.

There are a number of medical reasons why the stockings should not be used. Click here for more information.

Yes, you can. SolvaCare compression stockings are so thin that your shoes will still fit even with extra socks. Be careful not to wear very tight socks over the stockings to avoid disrupting the pressure profile.

Definitely not! Although women suffer more often from tired legs, SolvaCare compression stockings are suitable for both men and women.

Yes, compression stockings are often used by athletes to support the flow of blood back to the heart. SolvaCare compression stockings are very suitable for athletes because they guarantee the right pressure profile.

Because the SolvaCare compression stockings are very thin, in practice athletes wear them with a cotton ankle sock or no-show socks. In that case, make sure that the no-show socks do not reach the ankle bone. Ankle socks may be worn under or over the stocking, this will not affect the functionality of the compression stocking.

Of course, the SolvaCare Sport compression stockings have been developed specifically to wear during sports activities. They are thicker and firmer, with a higher wearing comfort and a sportier look. The SolvaCare Sport compression stocking sizes are based on shoe size.

As often as you wash other stockings and socks. Click here for washing instructions.

That depends on why you need the stockings. If you wear compression stockings every day, we recommend buying three pairs. A pair to wear, a pair in the closet and a pair in the laundry. That way you’ll never have to miss out.

That’s right. The effectiveness of the stocking lies in the descending pressure from ankle to calf. Pressure on the foot does not affect the flow rate of blood in the lower leg. The base of the stockings is very elastic in order to improve wearing comfort.

Yes, that's possible. The SolvaCare compression stockings ensure good blood circulation in the leg. If you still suffer from cold feet or wearing stockings is painful, we recommend you see a general practitioner.

Yes! The cardboard packaging contains important and useful information about the stockings. The batch number is indicated on the inside, which provides information on when the stockings were produced. If you have a complaint it is important to mention this batch number.