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What is the difference between graduated support stockings and anti-embolism or T.E.D. hose?

April 26, 2017anti-embolism difference graduated hose stockings support t.e.d

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What is the difference between graduated support stockings and anti-embolism or T.E.D. hose?

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T.E.D. or anti-embolism hose are for those persons that are non-ambulatory. The T.E.D. hose help to prevent blood from pooling in the veins in the leg. Pooling of blood in the veins of the leg may contribute to blood clots forming in the veins. T.E.D. hose come in only 5 sizes which means they are not custom fit. Graduated support stockings are made to be worn while you are mobile and are custom fit.