Altiform British Standard Made To Measure Compression Hosiery

Indications

Class 1 (light support): superficial or early varices; varicosis during pregnancy; swollen or aching legs and ankles. Class 2 (medium support): varices of medium severity; treatment of venous leg ulcers and prevention of recurrence; mild oedema; varicosis during pregnancy. Class 3 (strong support): gross varices; post-thrombotic venous insufficiency; gross oedema; treatment of venous leg ulcers and prevention of recurrence.

Contraindications

Arterial insufficiency; congestive heart disease; diabetes (except under specialist supervision); rheumatoid arthritis; known sensitivity to the fabric

Price

Available in compression class 1 (14–17mmHg), class 2 (18–24mmHg) or class 3 (25–35mmHg), soft beige or black colour, and open or closed toe – thigh length (pair) £45.29; below knee (pair) £28.33, not on Drug Tariff

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