When should you not use compression stockings?
Complaints to the legs can have many causes. In some cases, it is unwise to wear compression stockings. For example, for the conditions listed below. If in doubt, we recommend you see a general practitioner first.
- In case of existing thrombosis
- Arterial conditions
- Pulmonary oedema
- Infection of the leg (phlebitis)
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Recens skin transplant
- Diabetes
- Open leg (ulcus cruris venosum)