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The most comfortable stocking in its class, now with pattern.
mediven comfort vitality knee-high socks in 30-40 mmHg are patterned graduated compression socks that look like everyday herringbone dress hosiery. At the strong, therapeutic 30-40 mmHg level, they support management of severe varicose veins, significant leg swelling, chronic venous insufficiency, and healed venous ulcers under clinician guidance.
The stylish herringbone-ribbed pattern reads as a normal sock for men and women, while a seamless mediGrip® silicone top band holds the sock securely without pinching or clinging to clothing. Clima Comfort™ blended with lanolin keeps legs comfortably dry, Clima Fresh™ keeps them odor-free, and Acu-Knit® delivers accurate, long-lasting compression. Available in standard and petite lengths.
Key features
- Herringbone pattern - fashionable ribbed design for men and women that conceals its medical purpose
- mediGrip® - seamless silicone top band knit skin-side only for a secure, no-cling hold
- Clima Comfort™ with lanolin - moisture management keeps legs comfortably dry
- Clima Fresh™ - lasting antimicrobial odor protection
- Acu-Knit® - precision knit maintains accurate graduated compression
- Standard & petite - 14 size options across two lengths
Acu-Knit®
Precision knit for consistent graduated compression accuracy
Clima Comfort™
Moisture management microfiber for all-day cool wear
Clima Fresh™
Clinically tested antimicrobial odor protection
Perfect Fit
Anatomical foot construction for fatigue-free wearing
mediGrip®
Non-slip silicone top band keeps thigh-highs securely in place
Soft Elastic
Reduced-compression soft foot for easier application and comfort
Variety
Wide range of sizes, lengths, colors, and styles for a custom fit
Important - see full prescribing info
30-40 mmHg is strong medical compression that must be prescribed and properly fitted. Not intended for peripheral arterial disease (PAD) with a low ABI; your clinician should confirm it is safe.
Indicated for
- Severe varicose veins
- Significant venous edema
- Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI)
- Healed venous ulcers
- Post-thrombotic syndrome
Common use scenarios
- Clinician-directed management of advanced venous disease
- Maintenance after venous ulcer healing
- Long-term venous edema control
- Therapy after DVT (per clinician)
- Ongoing CVI management
- Patterned daily and professional wear with a secure stay-up top band
Care Instructions
Hand wash or machine wash only using gentle detergents on delicate cycle at 100°F. Do not use fabric softeners, chlorine-based detergents, or Woolite™-type detergents. Most mediven models are suitable for machine drying using the gentle cycle. Do not dry over heaters, in direct sunlight, or by wringing out the garments. Do not dry clean or iron your medi garments. Use the medi stocking guardian wash bag to wash your compression garments with extra care and to prolong their lifespan. Follow the specific wear and care instructions provided with each product.
What is mediven comfort vitality?
mediven comfort vitality is a patterned venous compression stocking with a herringbone-ribbed design suitable for men and women. It is positioned as the most comfortable stocking in its class with the added benefit of a fashion pattern.
What is the mediGrip top band on comfort vitality?
MediGrip® is a completely seamless silicone top band knit into the inside of the band, skin-side only, so it holds the stocking securely in place without clinging to clothing. It lets calf-high vitality stockings stay up through the day without a separate garter or adhesive.
Will the herringbone pattern look obviously medical?
No, the herringbone rib reads as a normal dress or trouser sock pattern, which is the point of the line. It is offered in neutral tones (chocolate, ebony, charcoal) so it pairs with everyday and professional wardrobes.
Does comfort vitality come in petite?
Yes, comfort vitality is available in standard and petite lengths. Petite is sized for shorter calf length, not a different compression, choose it based on your leg measurements against the size chart.
What keeps comfort vitality fresh with daily wear?
Clima Fresh™ provides antibacterial action that prevents odor formation, and Clima Comfort™ blended with lanolin wicks moisture to keep legs comfortably dry. Together they support clean, all-day wear.
What does 30-40 mmHg compression treat?
30-40 mmHg is a strong therapeutic compression range used for severe varicose veins, significant edema, healed venous ulcers, and chronic venous insufficiency. It is a clinician-directed level for more advanced venous conditions.
Do I need a prescription for 30-40 mmHg?
Yes, 30-40 mmHg is firm medical compression that should be prescribed and fitted by a clinician. Accurate measurement is important at this level for both effectiveness and safety.
Is 30-40 mmHg hard to put on?
Higher compression is firmer and takes more technique to apply, which is why mediven uses Acu-Knit® construction and offers donning aids to make it manageable. A donning aid or rubber gloves can make application much easier, ask your provider for guidance.
Can anyone wear 30-40 mmHg?
No, firm compression at this level is not appropriate for everyone, particularly people with significant arterial disease or certain other conditions. A clinician should confirm that 30-40 mmHg is safe and appropriate before you wear it.
| circumference | I | II | III | IV | V | VI | VII |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| panty & thigh | 16½"-22½"(42-57 cm) | 17¾"-24¼"(45-61.5 cm) | 19¼"-26¼"(49-66.5 cm) | 20½"-28¾"(52-73 cm) | 22"-31"(56-79 cm) | 23¾"-33¼"(60-84.5 cm) | 25½"-34½"(64-87.5 cm) |
| extra-wide calf | N/A | N/A | 16½"-19½"(42-49.5 cm) | 17¾"-20¾"(45-53 cm) | 19"-22"(48-56 cm) | 20¼"-23¼"(51.5-59 cm) | 21½"-24½"(54.5-62 cm) |
| calf | 11"-14"(28-35.5 cm) | 11¾"-15¼"(30-39 cm) | 12¾"-16½"(32.5-42 cm) | 13¾"-17¾"(35-45 cm) | 14½"-19"(37-48.5 cm) | 15½"-20¼"(39.5-51.5 cm) | 16¼"-21½"(41.5-54.5 cm) |
| ankle | 7"-7¾"(18-20 cm) | 8"-8¾"(20.5-22.5 cm) | 9"-9¾"(23-25 cm) | 10"-10¾"(25.5-27.5 cm) | 11"-11¾"(28-30 cm) | 12"-13"(30.5-33 cm) | 13¼"-14¼"(33.5-36 cm) |