Gradient Compression Stockings
We offer a full line of gradient compression hosiery to fit a variety of needs, from preventing sport-related fatigue to managing diabetes-related leg edema. Our stockings are manufactured in North America by Therafirm, who
Gradient compression stockings have a higher compression around the foot and ankle, which gradually decreases as the stocking travels up the calf. This creates a funnel effect, pushing fluid in the leg upward toward the thigh and away from the foot and ankle. A 20-30mmHG compression stocking would have 30mmHg of pressure around the foot and slowly drop to a pressure of 20mmHg at the top of the calf. This design is more effective than a constant compression stocking due to the directional
Low compression stockings (10-15mmHg, 15-20mmHg) are used primarily by healthy individuals looking to reduce

Medical grade compression stockings (above 20mmHg) are for individuals who
Several insurance carriers, including ODSP, provide yearly coverage for compression stockings and may pay for several pairs each year. Be sure to check with your benefit carrier to ensure they allow prescriptions from Chiropractors. If not, you may be required to obtain a prescription from your family doctor before you are reimbursed. Typically, insurance providers require your prescription to list the compression factor of the stockings and will usually only reimburse claims for stockings with a compression factor above 20mmHg.
