Are compression stockings from the drug store okay or do I need prescription?

Nov 14, 2009

The real difference between stockings, be they below knee or thigh high, etc. is the compression. Prescription stockings tend to be 30-40 mmHg. The higher, the greater the compression. Over the counter tend to be in the 10-20 mmHg range or less. The higher compression will relieve symptoms more effectively.