20-30 mmHg pressure knee length should be fine. The main thing is to be correctly measured and fitted into a comfortable fabric. We like Sigvaris Sheer and opaque styles. Open/closed toe is personal preference. If you are not swelling, you can be measured at the store. If you do experience swelling, first thing in the morning is best.
Ankle, mid-calf (widest point) and the length from floor to 2 finger breadths below knee crease are what you will need.
Don't get them too long as they will cut into area back of knees or roll causing a tourniquet effect.

Published on Jul 11, 2012