Activa Leg Ulcer Hosiery Kit

Common questions

• If a patient applies their stockings in the wrong order, does it matter?

  No. We suggest the liner first, as it enables the high compression stocking to glide on more easily.

• How many prescription charges does the patient pay?

  One charge is paid for the Activa Leg Ulcer Hosiery Kit ( 1 stocking 2 liners) One charge is paid for the pack of 3 liners

• What needs to be written on the prescription?

  The name of the kit can be written as: 'Activa Leg Ulcer Hosiery Kit' or 'Activa Hosiery Kit.' Plus quantity/number of kits. The pharmacist needs to know it is circular knit.

• Washing Instructions

  The top stocking maintains its compression for 100 washes. It can be hand washed up to 40 degrees but must not be tumble dried. After 3 months of wear a new prescription is required.

• Can the treatment kit be worn over dressings?

  In evaluations the Leg Ulcer Hosiery Kit was worn over dressings without dislodging them etc. However, if a patient has a very large ulcer with copious exudate, bandages would be more appropriate and Actico with a Flexiban padding bandage would be more absorbent.

• Can the patient sleep in the hosiery kit?

  Yes, they can. The hosiery can be worn for a week at a time in the same way as patients who wear compression bandaging. As the top stocking glides on relatively easily over the liner some patients may wish to remove the top stocking at night and re-apply in the morning.

• Do some patients only wear the liner?

  The liner gives 10 mmHg of compression and may be suitable for patients where lower compression is indicated. Again, any patient needs a full evaluation, including a doppler asssessment, before wearing any compression hosiery.

• Is the Hosiery Kit suitable for all patients?

  No, the patient's limb needs to fit into the standard hosiery sizes, a leg may need to be reduced with bandages before it is a suitable size and shape. Patients with large ulcers and heavy exudate would be more suited to bandages.

• Can normal footwear be worn?

  Yes, in most cases as the hosiery is not bulky. Being able to wear normal shoes is also beneficial at encouraging mobility.