Anti-Embolism Stockings — Thigh Length
A single-patient, thigh-length graduated anti-embolism stocking that applies three-level graduated compression to aid venous return and help reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
Overview
The Flexy Anti-Embolism Stocking is a single-patient, ready-to-wear garment designed to fit closely over the leg and foot. It applies graduated compression to aid venous return and help reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT). The thigh-length version provides three-level graduated pressure at the ankle, calf and thigh.
Indications
For the prevention of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) through graduated compression that aids venous return. Patients with any relevant medical conditions should consult their healthcare provider before use. Refer to the Instructions for Use for full contraindications, warnings and care instructions.
Key features
- Three-level graduated compression to aid venous return
- Washable and reusable (single patient)
- Upward inspection-hole design for easier inspection of the foot
- Latex-free
Regulatory
CE and UKCA marked. Medical Device Class I. BS 661210+A1:2022. Supplied non-sterile.
Specifications
| Characteristic | Specification |
|---|---|
| Material composition | Polyamide 80%, polyester 19%, elastane 1% |
| Graduated compression | Ankle 18 mmHg (±20%); calf 14 mmHg (±20%); thigh 8 mmHg (±20%) |
| Standard compliance | BS 661210+A1:2022 |
| Use | Single patient, multiple use (washable and reusable on one patient) |
| Shelf life | 3 years |
| Packaging | 1 pair/bag · 6 pairs/box · 36 pairs/case |
| Latex | Latex-free |
Sizing & reference numbers
| Size | Toe colour | Ankle circumference | Calf circumference | Thigh circumference | Reference (Short) | Reference (Regular) | Reference (Long) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | Yellow | 16–19 cm | 25.5–33 cm | < 63.5 cm | 10321 | 10326 | 10331 |
| Medium | Grey | 19–23 cm | 33–38 cm | < 63.5 cm | 10322 | 10327 | 10332 |
| Large | Blue | 23–27 cm | 38–43 cm | < 63.5 cm | 10323 | 10328 | 10333 |
| X-Large | Green | 27–30 cm | 43–48 cm | 63.5–73.5 cm | 10324 | 10329 | 10334 |
| XX-Large | Purple | 29–32 cm | 46–53 cm | 73.5–83.5 cm | 10325 | 10330 | 10335 |
Short, Regular and Long denote leg-length variants; follow the measurement guide.
Source size/reference data for the thigh-length range was inconsistent; verify the full size chart and reference codes before publication (codes 10324 and 10325 are reconstructed from the source chart).
Symbols & care
Pictograms as shown on the product packaging and instructions for use.
- CE marked
- UKCA marked
- Medical device
- Single patient — multiple use
- Caution
- Non-sterile
- Keep away from sunlight
- Keep dry
- Recyclable — 04 PE-LD
- Machine wash 40 °C
- Do not bleach
- Do not tumble dry
- Do not iron
- Do not dry clean
- Dry flat
