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My dad is in memory care, he is mobile, but not very active. He doesn't like to sit with his legs up and I need to get him some compression socks. Does anyone have some recommendations?
In addition...and recommendations for shoes that are stable, but easy to get on and off?

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The new slip into and slip on shoes are anathema to those with balance issues. Yes, they are easy on, but lacing is needed for support and these slipping on shoes are causing falls (as, by the way, are bifocals and other graduating lens for glasses.)

As to stockings they will need to be put on and put off by staff and they should be monitored. If they slip down and act as garters they can be deadly and cause clots.
As doctor for brand and measurements instructions. Jobst have been some of the best traditionally but should be passed by the doc.
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Shoes for Crews are what my son wears to work in a restaurant kitchen due to the requirement for non slip soles. Skecher’s are popular for non slip shoes. He says they are comfortable and stable. He also wears compression socks as did my dad. There are varying amounts of compression to be had, so some easier to put on and take off than others. Dr. Scholl’s brand have less compression if that’s what would be more comfortable for your dad. It can take some experimenting to find what works.
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They make compression socks that zip up, fyi. So much easier to get on.
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JoAnn29 Oct 30, 2024
My nephews doctor did not like that he wmas wearing zippered socks. But because he lives alone and is obese there is jo way to get them on.
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Since he’s in memory care, I’m assuming the staff will help put them on and take them off at night. You could check with his physician to see if he needs TED stockings, which would be prescribed.

Those step-in shoe advertisements make me cringe, as people are always standing, and I imagine folks losing their balance. I’d like to see a commercial with an elderly person sitting to put them on, which is still easier than tying a shoe.
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