what type of socks do you use??

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wanting some opinions on the best compression hose or socks. I cant find any in my local uniform stores and I hate ordering online and having to return things. I currently only own one pair of knee high compression socks and I really like them but I dont remember what brand they are or where I got them I have had them for 2 years. Does anyone know what the difference is between the thigh and knee highs???

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I wear anklets from Target.

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I wear these athletic comfort, compression socks from ACADEMY.

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Im just starting nursing school, do you really think we need compression socks?:nurse:

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I don't know really, but I'm thinking about getting some!

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Specializes in Critical Care, Emergency Medicine, Flight.

why would we need compression socks?

regular polka dot socks wont cut it? :(

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Specializes in Med/Surg, Telemetry, SICU.

Knee high compression socks that I bought at a uniform store for like $7, I think they are "Nurse Mates" brand. They are available on allheart.com as well.

And they totally help my feet and legs. I don't ache as bad anymore since I've been wearing them!

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I was wondering the same thing. I'm starting school next month, with clinicals my first day. I went to the local scrubs store today and there were about 30 options for compression socks. I was a tad overwelmed. I found one pair that looked like a good option, but cost $15/pair.

Any other brands that anyone swears by? If so, why?

Thx!

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Best compression socks are from NURSE MATES, I BOUGHT THEM IN A UNIFORMS STORE IN LAKEWOOD,NJ, THEIR PHONE IS 732 364 3377 THEY MAIL IT TO YOU AND THEY LAST A LONG TIME

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I wore Nursemates pantyhose for several years until I got C.Diff and can't wear anything that binds on my tummy now. Boy can I tell the difference! My legs hurt a lot more than they used to, but it is better than the tummy ache.:rolleyes:

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If you can not wear the full pantyhose try the knee hi support, they sell for 9,50 and they are great,

it will help a lot on your legs, also remember very important closed shoes that give you support on your feet

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I bought Nurse Mates Suppsocks yesterday, so I hope those do the trick.

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