Anti-Embolism Stockings
Anti-embolism stockings (AES), also called TED hose, are medical-grade compression hosiery designed to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in non-ambulatory patients.
Purpose
- Prevent blood clots during bed rest
- Post-surgery recovery
- Hospital stays
- Immobile patients
vs Regular Compression
| Anti-Embolism | Compression |
|---|---|
| For bed rest | For walking/active |
| 8-18 mmHg | 15-40+ mmHg |
| Medical white | Various colors |
| Inspection hole | Usually none |
Features
- Toe inspection hole
- Graduated compression
- Usually white
- Thigh or knee length
Important Notes
- Prescribed by doctors
- Not for daily walking
- Replace if elasticity lost
- Proper sizing critical