← Return to Neuropathy - Do Compression Stockings Help?

Discussion

Neuropathy - Do Compression Stockings Help?

Neuropathy | Last Active: Oct 15 1:24pm | Replies (65)

Comment receiving replies
@johnbishop

Hi @smueller19, I saw you started a new discussion on compression socks for neuropathy but thought I would respond in this existing discussion on the same topic so that you can read what others have shared. If you click the link below for the discussion it will take you to the beginning so that you can read what other members have shared.

--- Neuropathy - Do Compression Stockings Help?: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/neuropathy-25/

I have idiopathic small fiber neuropathy which was diagnosed in 2016 but I've had it since I was in my late 40s. I'm 80 now. Not too long after I was diagnosed with neuropathy I was also diagnosed with lymphedema and my prescribed treatment was to wear compression that go up to just below the knee and rated at 20 to 30 mmhg. They don't help my neuropathy symptoms at all. In fact it's just like having your leg squeezed all day long and it does feel good to take them off at night. That said, they are doing what they are designed to do, help blood flow and keep fluids from remaining in your legs by pushing them up and out of the legs. I did buy a pair of 15 to 20 mmgh compression socks that feel better but I know think they help with the lymphedema issue for me.

I think you might want to talk with your doctor or a cardiologist to see what compression they would recommend for you based on your symptoms and other possible medical factors.

Jump to this post


Replies to "Hi @smueller19, I saw you started a new discussion on compression socks for neuropathy but thought..."

Thank you so much for providing previous info concerning compression hose/socks. I had compression hose from a previous surgery and my husband had new unworn compression socks for travel. Both help the stabbing pain around my ankles and decreased the capillary breakage. When I put them on, I feel almost immediate relief. I am looking to buy more in different colors and was not sure of the correct compression amount. Thanks again for your help..