The elastic fibers of your compression garment stockings will break down with wear. Follow the "Application and Care Instructions" included in the JOBST ® Thigh High package.Concentrate on removing any lotion, powder, hair or other foreign material from the silicone. Before the main wash, thoroughly hand wash the silicone band using a delicate fabric detergent.Turn the JOBST ® Thigh Highs inside out before washing.To improve the performance of the silicone band under the above conditions, we recommend the following steps:
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The use of skin care products (such as skin creams, body lotion, or powder) as well as various skin types (such as dry or peeling skin) and hair growth may prevent the silicone band from keeping the thigh high in place. SPECIAL CARE FOR JOBST THIGH HIGH STYLE HOSIERY Placing your stockings in a mesh laundry bag will help protect them during the wash cycle. May dry in a dryer on low heat or delicate setting. Hand or machine-wash with warm water and mild soap or detergent, or Jolastic® Washing Solution. Failure to wear your stockings or lymphedema garment may cause your condition to become more severe. When you remove your compression garment the condition responsible for your symptoms is still there. Compression stockings and sleeves manage an on-going problem.
It is important to wear your compression garments everyday. If you find that compression stockings are difficult to put on, please see our Donning Suggestions and Donning Aids. Remove your stockings before going to bed. Check your stockings periodically to smooth out any wrinkles as the fabric may move during the day. Try wearing them for just a few hours the first day and then increase the number of hours each day until you can wear them comfortably throughout the day while you are up and about. It is OK to begin wearing your stockings gradually. The first few times you wear your compression garment you will notice the squeeze.
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