Compression Garment Calculator
Determine the right compression garment size, mmHg level, and wear duration based on your measurements and needs.
Inputs
Results
Recommended Size
S
Compression Range
15-20 mmHg
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter Circumference, Compression Level, and Mild (recovery/comfort).
- Set Moderate (sports/prevention), Firm (injury support), and Medical (prescribed).
- Adjust Garment Type, Sleeve as needed.
- Review Recommended Size and Compression Range.
- Use Wear Duration (hrs/day) to inform your decision.
What each input means
- Circumference
- Measure the circumference at the widest point of the target area
- Compression Level
- Level of compression needed
- Garment Type
- Type of compression garment
How this is calculated
Worked example, using the default values
- Identify Input ParametersCircumference = 25, Compression Level = 2, Garment Type = 1 = 3 input(s) provided
- Calculate Recommended SizeRecommended SizeS = S
- Calculate Compression RangeCompression Range15-20 mmHg = 15-20 mmHg
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