Venosan 6001 (class 1) compression stockings
Venosan 6001 compression stockings – medical-grade compression stockings you can rely on. Comfortable and durable, these good-looking sheer knit stockings, coming to just below the knee, are suitable for both men and women.
Find full description and care details below. Note: If you’re interested in thigh-high stockings, please call our nurses on 0800 45 45 88.
Description
Venosan 6000 compression stockings are medical-grade compression stockings you can rely on. Comfortable and durable, these good-looking sheer knit stockings, coming to just below the knee, are suitable for both men and women. These will see you through six months of daily wear if cared for according to the instructions.
Includes a ‘veno-glider’ to help you put them on.
Class 1 compression
70% nylon polyamide
30% elastane
Made in Switzerland
Why wear them?
Our medical-grade compression stockings are graded CCL 1 – compression class 1 – and provide relief for mild symptoms. They have graduated compression, which is the most effective for keeping blood flowing. Compression starts at the ankle then reduces from the foot to the knee. Expect your compression stockings to be firm.
A DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is caused by a blood clot blocking a large vein deep inside the leg. It can be very dangerous it if breaks away and travels to your lungs.
Risk factors for DVTs, include:
- lack of movement over many hours
- sitting in confined spaces with bent legs
- not drinking enough fluids
- being over 60 years
- being pregnant
- taking oral contraceptives
- being overweight.
Washing instructions
Easy-care: suitable for washing machine and dryer.
Wash to a max temperature of 40°C.
Don’t dry clean.
Don’t use bleach or fabric softener.
Don’t iron.
Tumble dry at low setting.