Medical Compression Stockings & Socks Manufacturer
Medical compression stockings and socks for pharmacy, DME, hospital and vein-clinic channels — knee-high, thigh-high, zipper and anti-embolism styles in 8–40 mmHg, knitted on 12 dedicated Lonati and Merz medical machines (320N–452N). FDA establishment registration & device listing; ISO 13485:2016 quality management system.
MOQ per Color & Size
Registrazione e quotazione
13485
What Separates Medical Compression Stockings from Standard Compression Socks
From a procurement perspective, four criteria separate a medical compression stocking from a compression sock that merely carries the label.
Precisione della pressione certificata
A medical compression product needs verifiable pressure, not just a label. We measure pressure at multiple points on a standard leg form with a Swisslastic MST MK V tester — typically within ±2–3 mmHg of the specified value — and supply a pressure test report with every bulk order.
Conformità normativa
Pharmacy and hospital channels ask for paperwork before they list a product. We hold FDA establishment registration and device listing, an ISO 13485:2016 quality management system and OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified yarns — documents you can share with your procurement and QA teams.
Laureato in Ingegneria della Compressione
Medical compression is graduated, not uniform: pressure is highest at the ankle and decreases toward the calf and thigh. The profile is set in the knitting program and checked at multiple measuring points on a standard leg form.
Dedicated Medical Knitting Machines
Medical styles are knitted on 12 dedicated medical machines — Lonati (Italy) at 320N–452N and Merz (Germany) at 360N and 420N — separate from our standard sock machines. A higher needle count gives a finer, denser knit for more precise pressure distribution.
Illustrative profile: pressure is highest at the ankle and decreases up the leg.
FDA
Registrazione e quotazione
ISO 9001 e ISO 14001
Sistema di Qualità
OEKO-TEX® Standard 100
Filati certificati
Swisslastic
MST MK V testato
Medical Compression Stockings by Style
Dalle calze al ginocchio per tutti i giorni alle calze post-operatorie fino alla coscia: individua la categoria giusta per la tua linea di prodotti, poi parliamo delle specifiche.
Ideale per: pharmacy brands, DME distributors, varicose vein & edema product lines
Your most versatile option — knee-high medical compression stockings built for indossare tutti i giorni, occupational standing, gravidanzae postoperatorio product lines. Open-toe or closed-toe depending on whether end users need monitoraggio cutaneo. This is where most brands start.
- 15–20 / 20–30 / 30–40 mmHg
- Punta aperta o chiusa
- Colore e logo personalizzati
Ideale per: post-surgery recovery, vein clinic channels, higher-value medical stocking lines
When your product needs full-leg coverage, calze compressive mediche fino alla coscia are the standard. Silicone stay-up band options help keep them in place. Available in open-toe and closed-toe.
- 20–30 / 30–40 mmHg
- Cinturino di presa in silicone
- Punta aperta o chiusa
Ideale per: senior care, rehab, arthritis-friendly product lines
Stili di cerniera make compression stockings easier to put on. A side zip helps older users, people with limited hand strength and post-surgical patients dress on their own — worth considering if your brand serves assistenza agli anziani or rehab channels.
- 15–20 / 20–30 mmHg
- Design facile da indossare e da togliere
- Al ginocchio o alla coscia
Ideale per: hospital suppliers, surgical centers, post-operative care programs
Anti-embolism stockings are bassa pressione (8–18 mmHg), open-toe knee- or thigh-high styles made for patients who are mostly a letto, supplied through hospital and surgical-center canali.
- 8-18 mmHg
- Al ginocchio o alla coscia
- Confezionamento pronto per l'uso ospedaliero
Sourcing for wide-calf or plus-size patients?
Standard size runs don't fit every leg. Our extended sizes go up to 71cm / 28″ calf — each size band re-calibrated and pressure-verified, so the graduated curve holds at every circumference. See our wide calf & plus size compression socks →
Need waist-high coverage? Medical compression pantyhose
For end users who need graduated support from ankle to waist — varicose vein, pregnancy and workwear uniform lines. Available in 15–20, 20–30 and 30–40 mmHg, nylon-spandex, open or closed toe, in women's, men's and maternity fits, with your colors, size grading and private-label packaging. MOQ 500 pairs per color and size; bulk production 25–30 days after sample approval. Ask about pantyhose programs →
Livelli di compressione medicale: qual è il valore in mmHg più adatto alla vostra linea di prodotti?
Compression level determines your distribution channel, your buyer, and your regulatory requirements. Understand the levels first — then map your channel to a starting spec below.
Mite 15-20 mmHg
Prevenzione / Benessere- Everyday leg support
- Tired, heavy-feeling legs
- Long periods of sitting or standing
- Travel & long flights
- General pregnancy comfort
Impresa 20-30 mmHg
Medical · Most Common Prescription Range- Moderate leg-vein support needs
- Post-surgical & post-partum recovery wear
- Occupational swelling from long shifts
- Everyday firm support under medical guidance
Azienda extra 30-40 mmHg
Medical · Specialist / Clinic Range- Higher-level leg-vein support needs
- Significant swelling management
- Specialist- and clinic-directed wear
- Prescription & physician-recommended programs
Know Your Channel? Here’s Your Starting Spec.
Levels explained — now map your distribution channel to a complete starting specification, including the documentation that channel expects.
| Acquirente / Canale | Prodotto consigliato | Compressione | Lunghezza | Punta | Documentazione chiave |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy / DME brand | Knee-high medical stockings | 20-30 mmHg | Al ginocchio | Open / closed | FDA registration & listing, ISO 13485:2016, pressure test report |
| Hospital supplier | Calze antitrombo | 8-18 mmHg | Knee / thigh-high | Open toe | Batch pressure report, hospital-ready packaging |
| Senior / rehab channel | Zipper compression socks | 15–20 / 20–30 mmHg | Al ginocchio | Open toe | Donning guide, size guide |
| Vein clinic / specialist | Firm medical stockings | 30-40 mmHg | Knee / thigh-high | Open toe | Compression verification, labeling file |
Specifying in EU Compression Classes (CCL)?
US buyers specify in mmHg; most European pharmacy and medical-supply channels specify in compression classes under the German RAL-GZ 387 standard. The ranges do not line up exactly — use this table to translate your spec, then confirm the target range with us before sampling.
| US mmHg range | Closest EU class (RAL-GZ 387) | Class pressure at the ankle | Typical channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8-18 mmHg | Anti-embolism (not classified) | - | Hospital, surgical centers |
| 15-20 mmHg | Below / lower CCL 1 | CCL 1: 18–21 mmHg | Pharmacy OTC, preventive lines |
| 20-30 mmHg | CCL 1 – CCL 2 | CCL 2: 23–32 mmHg | Pharmacy, DME, vein support |
| 30-40 mmHg | CCL 2 – CCL 3 | CCL 3: 34–46 mmHg | Vein clinics, specialist channels |
Whichever system your market uses, we knit to the agreed target range and verify it on the Swisslastic MST MK V at the ankle and calf measuring points before bulk production.
I nostri specialisti di prodotto vi aiutano a definire i livelli di compressione più adatti ai vostri canali di distribuzione e ai profili degli utenti finali.
Medical Compression Product Lines by End-User Need
Each line below is a product-development direction for your brand — pick the end-user need your channel serves.
Varicose vein support line
Knee-high, thigh-high and pantyhose graduated lines for everyday leg-vein support, including varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency — length is chosen by where on the leg support is needed, and pressure by the product's intended use.
Edema & swelling support line
For end users managing fluid buildup in the lower legs and ankles.
Post-surgery & immobility recovery line
Recovery wear for post-procedure and reduced-mobility periods. Hospital programs for bed-bound patients use low-pressure anti-embolism stockings instead — see anti-embolism stockings →
Lymphedema / firm-compression line
Higher-level firm compression for specialist and clinic channels.
Pregnancy swelling support line
Comfort-focused support for expectant end users.
Orthostatic intolerance (POTS) line
Thigh-high and waist-high lines for end users with POTS or orthostatic hypotension — the pressure level follows the product's intended use and your channel's medical guidance.
Building a wellness, sports, travel or occupational line that does not need medical-device documentation? That is our custom compression socks program — same factory, no regulatory file.
Specifying a Medical Compression Stocking
Medical stockings use nylon/polyamide and spandex; the pressure profile follows the product’s intended use and the documentation your channel expects. Here is what you specify.
Needle Count & Knit Density
Choose from 320N, 352N, 360N, 420N and 452N needle counts on our Lonati and Merz medical machines — each gives a different knit density, hand feel and price point. We help you pick the right one for your positioning and target retail price.
Sistema di dimensionamento
Built for fit. Uneven pressure, marks and roll-down usually come down to fit. Our sizing uses foot length, calf circumference and calf height (plus thigh circumference for thigh-high), so you can spec wide-calf and plus-size medical ranges up to 71 cm / 28″ calf.
Design e marchio
Pantone color matching, woven or printed patterns, and logo placement by knitting, printing or embroidery. Medical function and a modern look can go together — useful for pharmacy and medical-supply retail.
Imballaggio e documentazione
Custom boxes, hang tags, inserts and product documentation. A pressure test report is supplied with every bulk order and can be placed inside each retail package on request.
Medical Compression QA & Traceability
Medical styles run on 12 dedicated Lonati and Merz knitting machines. Pressure is measured with a Swisslastic MST MK V tester on a standard leg form, stretch is checked on a WLY-3 sock tensile tester, and bulk production is inspected at AQL 2.5. Test reports are supplied with your order.
Medical Knitting & Pressure-Testing Equipment
Equipment used on our medical compression lines.
Lonati & Merz Medical Knitting Machines
Swisslastic MST MK V — multi-point pressure testing
WLY-3 Sock Tensile Tester
Domande frequenti
Common questions from pharmacy, DME and hospital buyers about sourcing medical compression stockings.
Do I need FDA registration to sell medical compression stockings in the US?
In the US, medical support stockings are regulated by the FDA as medical devices (21 CFR 880.5780), and what applies depends on your product’s intended use and claims. Our facility holds FDA establishment registration and device listing e ISO 9001 e ISO 14001 quality management system; we share these documents and help you check what your product and market require before production.
How long does sampling take for medical compression stockings?
Free stock samples (up to 3 styles) ship in 3–5 days. Custom sample timing depends on your specification. Pressure testing on our Swisslastic MST MK V tester is free, so you can check compression before approving bulk production.
Potete fornire un prodotto con le stesse specifiche di un prodotto che stiamo già acquistando?
Sì. Inviaci un campione o una scheda tecnica e noi ricostruiremo la struttura tramite ingegneria inversa: spessore, profilo di pressione, materiali, dimensioni. Eseguiamo i test con Swisslastic MST MK V per verificare la corrispondenza prima di iniziare la produzione in serie.
Which documents can you supply for a pharmacy or DME listing?
For medical compression stockings we supply our FDA establishment registration and device listing, the ISO 13485:2016 certificate, OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certificates for the yarns used, and a Swisslastic MST MK V pressure test report for each bulk order. Product-specific labeling files and other documentation are available upon request once the specification is fixed.
Do you make both anti-embolism stockings and graduated compression stockings?
Sì. Le serrature scorrevoli portatili e i catenacci a superficie possono essere usati per mettere in sicurezza una porta a scomparsa dall'esterno. Alcuni kit con catena di sicurezza consentono anche il bloccaggio esterno con chiave o manopola girevole. Calze antitrombo (low pressure, for patients who are mostly in bed) and calze a compressione graduata (15–40 mmHg, for people who are up and walking) use different pressure profiles, so each runs its own knitting program and pressure specification.
What's the difference between 320N, 360N and 452N needle counts?
A higher needle count gives a finer, denser knit. 320N suits standard calze a compressione medica; 452N gives a finer hand feel for brands targeting higher retail price points. We recommend the needle count based on your positioning and target cost.
Medical Compression Stockings: Guides & Resources
Practical guides on medical compression stockings, pressure levels and documentation for brands and distributors building a healthcare line.
Confronta calze compressive e calze medicali in base al livello di pressione, al metodo di produzione, alla certificazione e all'utilizzo previsto da parte degli acquirenti, per aiutare i marchi a scegliere la linea di prodotti più adatta alle loro esigenze.
Scopri perché le calze compressive fino alla coscia sono la scelta ideale per una copertura completa della gamba, per favorire la circolazione e per le linee di prodotti pensate per il recupero, i viaggi e le esigenze mediche.
Donning steps for knee-high and thigh-high stockings — useful for writing insert cards and choosing zipper or open-toe styles for users who struggle to put them on.
Ready to Build Your Medical Compression Stocking Line?
Tell us your channel, target compression range (mmHg or CCL) and style — we’ll come back with a production plan, pricing, documentation list and a sample timeline. No commitment for the first conversation.
Inquiry & Spec Review
Share your channel, target pressure range and style. We reply within 24 hours with pricing, a proposed spec and the documentation your market requires.
Sviluppo del campione
We knit the sample to your specification and pressure-test it on the Swisslastic MST MK V before it ships, with approval photos and the test result. Free stock samples ship in 3–5 days.
Conferma del campione e dell'ordine
Review your samples and request any refinements. Once approved, we confirm order details and start production after the deposit.
Produzione di massa
Bulk production takes 25–30 days after sample approval, depending on quantity.
Inspection, Documentation & Shipping
Bulk orders ship after pre-shipment inspection at AQL 2.5, with the batch pressure test report and certificates included. Express, air or sea freight, including DDP; transit time is confirmed with your quotation and may extend for remote destinations, customs inspection or peak season.
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