Covidien TED Beige Knee Length Anti-Embolism Stockings for Continuing Care
The risk of developing thromboembolic diseases like deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or a pulmonary embolism (PE) is high in hospitals, but it can even continue up to six weeks after being discharged from hospital. Because of this, it's vital that you can properly reduce the risk of these potentially fatal events occurring.
The Covidien TED Beige Knee Length Anti-Embolism Stockings for Continuing Care have been developed to reduce the risk of thromboembolic diseases developing in recuperating patients. They utilise a graduated compression pattern to help increase blood flow rates, preventing blood clots from forming in the leg.
What's Included?
Each purchase of the Covidien TED Stockings includes a pair of anti-embolism stockings.
Clinically Proven to Reduce Thromboembolic Disease
TED stockings are the only anti-embolism stockings which have been clinically proven to reduce the risk of thromboembolic disease, where blood clots (most commonly formed in the leg) break free and travel to the lungs where they obstruct the pulmonary arteries and restrict blood flow.
To reduce the risk of clots developing, the stockings utilise a graduated compression pattern to encourage blood to quickly move through and back up the leg, helping to reduce the chance of blood clots forming in the leg and reducing the risk of fatal pulmonary embolisms occurring.
Designed for Comfort
As well as being highly effective, the stockings are also incredibly comfortable to wear. All Covidien TED continuing care stockings are latex free, reducing the risk of allergic reactions, and the stockings also feature a closed toe to make them feel comfortable and natural on your feet.
What Level of Compression do the TED Stockings Provide?
The Anti-Embolism Stockings for Continuing Care feature different compression on various parts of the leg. This is as follows:
- Upper thigh: 8mmHg
- Lower thigh: 10mmHg
- Popliteal: 8mmHg
- Calf: 14mmHg
- Ankle: 18mmHg
Sizing for the TED Stockings for Continuing Care
To find the right size for you, measure your calf's circumference at its thickest part, and measure the distance from the bend of your knee to the bottom of your heel at the back of the leg. If possible, take these measurements in a standing position.
| Size | Calf Circumference | Length | Item Code |
| Small Regular | <12 inches (<30.5cm) | <16 inches (<40.6cm) | 4265 |
| Small Long | >16 inches (>40.6cm) | 4317 |
| Medium Regular | 12 inches - 15 inches
(30.5cm - 38.1cm) | <17 inches (<43.2cm) | 4271 |
| Medium Long | >17 inches (>43.2cm) | 4323 |
| Large Regular | 15 inches - 17.5 inches
(38.1cm - 44.5cm) | <18 inches (<45.7cm) | 4289 |
| Large Long | >18 inches (>45.7cm) | 4335 |
| Extra Large Regular | 17.5 inches - 20 inches
(44.5cm - 50.8cm) | <18 inches (<45.7cm) | 4296 |
| Extra Large Long | >18 inches (>45.7cm) | 4344 |
Please ensure that you choose the right size for your needs.
Contraindications of the Covidien TED Anti-Embolism Stockings for Continuing Care
For conditions that may make the anti-embolism stockings unsuitable for your needs, please see the "Contraindications" tab at the top of the page.
