Carolon Compression Stockings

Carolon builds compression hosiery for the people who wear it every day — patients managing chronic venous insufficiency, those recovering from surgery, and anyone standing on their feet for long shifts. If you've been told to wear 20–30 mmHg stockings and want something that actually holds its shape wash after wash, this is where Carolon earns its reputation.

The knee-high styles in this collection sit in the firm 20–30 mmHg (Class II) range — the level most often prescribed for moderate edema, varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis prevention, and post-sclerotherapy support. That grade delivers real therapeutic pressure at the ankle that gradually eases toward the calf, helping blood move upward instead of pooling. The Carolon Knee High Compression Stockings in Beige, Small (121112BI) offer a discreet, everyday shade that works under trousers or a skirt, while the Size D knee-high option (8 261404 2) extends the same graduated support to a broader calf and ankle circumference.

Getting the size right matters more than the color. Knee-high compression should be measured in the morning before swelling sets in — ankle circumference at the narrowest point, calf at the widest, and the distance from floor to just below the knee. A stocking that bunches or rolls isn't just uncomfortable; it can create a tourniquet effect that works against you. Carolon's sizing is built around those measurements rather than shoe size alone, so take a tape measure to it before ordering.

Care is straightforward: hand wash or use a gentle machine cycle, and skip the dryer heat and fabric softeners that break down elastic fibers. Most wearers rotate two pairs so one is always ready. Replace them roughly every three to six months, since compression fades with use even when the fabric looks fine.

Not sure 20–30 mmHg is your level, or need a different length? Browse the full Compression Stockings collection to compare grades and styles.