5 Essential Tips for Putting on Compression Stockings Easily

Putting on compression stockings can be challenging, especially for those with limited mobility or hand strength. Here are 5 essential tips to make the process easier.

1. Use a sock aid: A stocking donner eliminates the need to bend and provides the leverage needed to slide compression stockings up your leg.

2. Put them on first thing in the morning: Legs are least swollen in the morning, making compression stockings easier to put on.

3. Use rubber gloves: Rubber gloves provide better grip on the slippery compression fabric, helping you slide them up more easily.

4. Turn the stocking inside out: Turn the stocking halfway inside out, then insert your foot and roll it up your leg.

5. Keep your skin dry: Apply a small amount of baby powder or cornstarch to your legs to reduce friction.