Nursing support socks.

Katnip, RN · May 30, 2006

I read that the knee socks and thigh highs aren't great because the band around the leg that holds them up causes too much constriction in the long run.

I've always worn full pantyhose when I wear them. JC Penney had really good support hose. Some support hose just aren't that supportive.

Bonny619 · May 30, 2006

That's exactly what my mom said, who's a nurse. Do I believe her? Noooo. :)

I just hate the idea of wearing panty hose under scrubs!

Katnip, RN · May 31, 2006

I hate it too. But I'd rather reduce the pain.

Have you tried different shoes? The show can make a big difference as well.

ahsitters · May 31, 2006

Try some better running shoes and leg stretches:pumpiron: when you have time though out your shift. my legs hurt when i first started too but your legs strenghthen and your body will get used to being on your feet all day. give it time. I don't wear support hose but alot of nurses i work with that have varicose veins do and they say it helps. Best of luck on your clinicals.

nursingstudent2b2 · May 31, 2006

How does panty hose prevent pain? Are you talking about regular old-fashioned panty hose?? Or something specific for nurses. Starting nursing school just this fall - so please forgive my ignorance!!

WOLFE, BSN, RN · May 31, 2006

I agree with what ahsitters said about trying different shoes...it may help. I also know some nurses that wear the support pantyhose under the scrubs.

Bonny619 · May 31, 2006

Thanks everyone, i'll continue with building up my leg strength. Maybe i'll try different shoes next semester.

nursingstudent2b2, the support stockings help with circulation.

cat-cat · May 31, 2006

Support pantyhose do a good work. I wear them under white pants. But we have open toed shoes here. My mom, who is a nurse, recommends white cotton socks over pantyhose. This gives a more modest look than nylon feet.

ahsitters · May 31, 2006

[support pantyhose do a good work. I wear them under white pants. But we have open toed shoes here. My mom, who is a nurse, recommends white cotton socks over pantyhose. This gives a more modest look than nylon feet.
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You are lucky! We are not covered by health disability if we injure our feet while wearing open toed or clog style shoes. And clogs are sooooo comfy!:monkeydance:

cdk001 · May 31, 2006

hey, if you ladies have support panty hose, then what do men wear i wonder...?

Bonny619 · May 31, 2006

they have support "socks" for men, i guess that sounds more manly. :)

hey, if you ladies have support panty hose, then what do men wear i wonder...?