medi details measurement process for custom compression stockings

Bayreuth, Germany – medi GmbH & Co. KG, a manufacturer of medical compression stockings, has detailed the significance of accurate measurements and custom-made solutions for its products. The efficacy of compression stockings relies on the pressure they apply to the tissue, necessitating a precise fit.

The company highlights that while standard sizes accommodate common proportions, individuals with unique body shapes or specific conditions like lymphedema or lipedema require individually manufactured, made-to-measure stockings. This also applies to individuals who are exceptionally tall or short, or when different compression classes are needed for each leg.

Measurements are conducted by trained professionals at medical supply stores, utilizing measurement charts to compare limb circumferences taken at specific points. medi also offers digital solutions, such as the medi vision system, which employs 3D scanning to create precise leg models for therapy.

Additionally, medi provides measurement sheets and guides for medical supply retailers, particularly for flat-knit stockings. The company has developed tools, including the mediven stocking finder, to assist consumers in selecting the correct compression stockings.