How to Put On Compression Socks (THE EASIEST WAY!)

In this video I demonstrate how to put on compression socks the easiest way! Compression socks can be so difficult to get on but with the tip I show you in this video, putting them on will be much easier. As a nurse and nurse practitioner, I have been wearing compression socks for many years working long 12 hour shifts to help with aching and swelling. I also wear compression socks while running and training for marathons to decrease muscle aches and help speed up recovery. Any time I am traveling for an extended period by car or plane, I always wear compression socks to help with blood circulation and to decrease any likelihood of developing blood clots. Compression socks also provided great relief postpartum when I was experience a lot of swelling and aching in my legs.

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I am a dual certified family and pediatric nurse practitioner. I worked many years as a registered nurse (RN) in the emergency room, then continued working in the emergency room after becoming a nurse practitioner (NP).

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[slevinkalebra]

You may be getting tired of reading thank you's but . . . what a relief to find such an easy way to put on compression socks. No special tools or assistance needed. I can do it all by myself. I know that sounds silly but it really hits the ego having to struggle with my compression socks. Going forward there are no more excuses. I can wear them as often as needed with no difficulty. You changed a fifteen minute workout into a two minute routine. Thank you very much.

[ghw]

I quit wearing mine because they were so difficult to put on. I'll try this. Thanks!

[BrookeFolk]

At 73 and a male full time caregiver for my Dementia 92 year old mother, I appreciated your guidance. They are doing wonders for her edema swelling of feet and lower legs.

[chuckbarr]

The only "real difficulty" one might encounter with compression socks is whether said socks are being used prophylactically (i.e. you) or therapeutically like me, who already had severe edema of the feet, ankles, and legs including my effing knees. I suffered an overdose shock of Novarsc heart medication (amlodipine). It required gargantuan strength and strain to wear my socks and it felt like I was wearing leg vices rather than compressors. Adding to my tribulation was that the pharmacist gave me the wrong foot size for the pressure needed, i.e. 20-30 mmHg. They were a size smaller than they should`ve been. It felt like medieval torture socks.

Now that the swelling is reducing gradually, the socks are indeed much easier to put on. Surprisingly, my first instinct was wearing them the way you demonstrate here, meaning, pulling the sock inside-out to the heel. Nobody can get a 20-30 mmHG compression sock the way you would normally wear an everyday dress or sports socks. You might strain your back or get a hernia. Lol

[scalytailz]

OMG! Thank you so much! I had just gotten my compression socks, and was in tears trying to put them on. We found your video, and it worked like a charm. Bless you

[PsychicPhilosopher]

Oh my gosh, your video was so helpful to me this morning. I’m putting compression socks on for the first time, and I am morbidly obese. The person at the store really didn’t give me good instructions for a morbidly obese person, so it wasn’t working. Out of desperation, I turned to YouTube and found your video. Thank you, thank you, thank you. ♥️

[battagliamp]

My Dad didn’t need compression socks until age 102. Your video is very helpful to me for putting them on him in the morning.

[shannoncumbie]

I finally got them on!
And I only screamed in pain & cried from frustration ONCE!
Happy Happy! Joy Joy!
Ty

[NurseNekesCoconutCakes]

Omg I can’t believe I just came across your video🤣🤣🤣 I had to show my husband because I literally will wake him up out his sleep to help me put on my compression socks on 🤦🏾‍♀️🤣 Thank you!!!!

[JsMomma]

OMG!!!.... you just literally changed my life. Thank you so much. I've been trying to put my TED hose on for literally 6 months and couldn't do it by myself. I tried your way and got them on with no problem. THANK YOU SO SO VERY

[lhawke]

Thank you, Sandra! I went online today to buy some sort of tool to put on my new compression socks but, while searching, found your excellent instructions. What a relief to find an easy method that doesn't involve extra money or equipment!

[sandrarivera]

As a caregiver and Sandra, thank you for teaching anyone else to do this skill

[blowncamaroz]

Wow I've been struggling for weeks with my really tight socks and you just saved me 10 minutes in the morning!

[marilynsartadventures]

Compression socks are very difficult to put on but you make it look so easy. Very nice video!

[nursejackie]

As a supervisor, I want to thank you for the demonstration and comparison between the brands since the ease of put on / removal is very important for myself and fellow nursing staff since most of us now get changed at work. With that said, would you consider including the putting on / removal process within future compression sock review videos you create, since that may help influence our purchase decision? There is clearly a difference between brands and thanks for considering!

[billburket]

At age 74 putting on any sock, especially a compression sock is a challenge, but your method makes it less difficult. Thanks for posting this.

[barbaraebner]

I just started wearing. This was a huge help!. No more struggle with the sock. Thsnk You.

[luckychucky]

Not only is she gorgeous but she's intelligent thank you for showing me how to put it on I had a heck of a Time

[dmr]

Yay, my patient and I tried this method this morning and worked well! It usually takes me a bit to get them on, but not today. Thank you 😊

[wkgbwxs]

Wow thank you this was so easy!!! My fiance had to put my socks on because I've had a hip operation and it seriously took no time. Great explanation!