🦵⚠️ Wearing compression stockings incorrectly can create the exact problem they are supposed to help prevent. One of the most common mistakes is pulling a knee-high stocking too far up, until the top band sits directly inside the crease behind the knee. That position may feel secure, but it can create excessive pressure in a sensitive area. When the band folds, rolls, or presses into the knee crease, it may behave like a tourniquet and interfere with normal circulation instead of supporting it. Correct positioning matters ✅ Keep the upper band about two finger-widths below the knee crease ✅ Spread the fabric evenly along the leg ✅ Remove wrinkles, folds, and rolled edges ✅ Make sure the heel is correctly aligned ✅ The stocking should feel firm and supportive, never painfully tight This becomes especially important during long flights, road trips, standing work, or any situation where the stocking will be worn for several hours. A poorly positioned garment can create pressure points, discomfort, skin irritation, and reduced effectiveness. Compression is not only about choosing the right mmHg level. Proper sizing, correct placement, and smooth fabric distribution are equally important. 🚨 Remove the stocking and seek professional advice if you notice numbness, intense pain, unusual color changes, cold toes, or worsening swelling. 💚 Follow @OnHealthWay for practical compression, circulation, and everyday leg-health guidance. #compressionstockings #compressiontherapy #leghealth #circulationsupport #swollenlegs - @onhealthway