Class 1 Below Knee Compression Stockings for Varicose Veins & Swollen Legs (15–21 mmHg)

Callidora Below Knee Compression Stockings (Class 1, 15-21 mmHg) apply gentle graduated compression to help with varicose veins, swollen legs and tired, heavy legs during daily activity. Made from 100% cotton and sold as a pair, these unisex medical compression stockings come in black and skin colour, and suit people with mild venous symptoms, long hours on their feet, or frequent travel.

What Are Class 1 Below-Knee Compression Stockings?

Class 1 compression stockings are elastic compression stockings that deliver light pressure of 15-21 mmHg, strongest at the ankle and gradually easing toward the calf. This pressure gradient supports venous return, which is the flow of blood from the legs back to the heart. A below knee stocking covers the foot, ankle, and calf, which is where most varicose vein symptoms and leg swelling appear.

Key Features and Benefits

• Graduated compression (15-21 mmHg): firmest at the ankle, lighter up the calf, to support circulation and reduce fluid build-up.100% cotton fabric: soft, breathable and comfortable for all-day wear, including in warm Indian weather.
• Below knee length: easier to put on than thigh-length compression stockings, and a practical choice for daily use.
• Unisex design: works as compression stockings for women and compression stockings for men.
• Two colour options: classic black stockings that pair easily with trousers and dark shoes, and discreet skin colour stockings that blend in under light clothing. Sold as a pair.
  
  

Who Should Wear Class 1 Compression Stockings?

These leg compression stockings are made for mild symptoms and prevention. They are a good fit if you:

• Have early-stage varicose veins or spider veins
• Feel leg heaviness, aching or swelling after prolonged standing or sitting, as nurses, teachers, shopkeepers, drivers and desk workers often do
• Take long flights, train or bus journeys and want support against travel-related leg swelling
• Are an older adult with mild ankle swelling (edema)
• Are pregnant and have swollen legs (check with your doctor first)

How Do Compression Stockings Help Varicose Veins?

Compression stockings for varicose veins work by squeezing the leg gently from the ankle upward. In varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency, the one-way valves inside the leg veins weaken, so blood pools instead of flowing upward. The external pressure supports the vein walls, helps the valves work better and assists the calf muscle pump, which can ease aching, heaviness and swelling.

Varicose vein stockings manage symptoms, but they do not remove existing varicose veins or replace medical treatment. If your veins are painful, your skin is changing colour, or you notice leg ulcers or sudden one-sided swelling, please see a doctor or vascular specialist promptly.

Class 1 vs Class 2 Compression: Which One Do You Need?

Choose Class 1 for preventive and mild symptom relief. Choose Class 2 compression stockings if symptoms are more pronounced or your doctor recommends firmer compression. If you have been prescribed DVT stockings or anti-embolism stockings after surgery or a hospital stay, follow your doctor’s guidance, since those are selected for specific medical situations. 

How to Wear and Care for Your Stockings

Turn the stocking inside out to the heel, slip your foot in, then ease it up the calf and smooth out wrinkles. Avoid pulling at the top edge.

Hand wash in cool water (up to 30°C), dry flat in the shade, and do not tumble dry or iron. Replace them every 4-6 months, as compression weakens with regular wear and washing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Class 1 compression stockings for varicose veins?

Yes, for mild or early-stage varicose veins and related heaviness or swelling. For more advanced cases, your doctor may suggest Class 2 or higher.

How long should I wear compression stockings each day?

Most people wear them during the day and remove them at night. Follow your doctor’s advice if you have specific instructions.

Can I sleep in compression stockings?

Generally no, unless a doctor advises it. Put them on in the morning and take them off before bed.

Are these stockings suitable for both men and women?

Yes, This is a unisex design, so it works as men’s and women’s compression stockings.

What colours are available?

These compression stockings come in black and skin colour (beige). Black Compression stockings suit darker outfits and formal wear, while skin colour (beige) stockings are less visible under light or thin clothing. Both colours have the same Class 1 (15-21 mmHg) compression. 

What is the difference between below knee and thigh-high stockings?

Below knee stockings cover the foot, ankle and calf and suit most calf-level swelling and varicose symptoms. Thigh-high stockings are usually chosen when the upper leg is affected.

How do I choose the right size?

Measure your ankle and calf circumference in the morning and match them to the size chart above.

Do compression stockings prevent DVT?

They may help reduce leg swelling during long travel, but DVT prevention depends on your personal risk. If you have a history of clots or have been prescribed DVT stockings, follow your doctor’s advice.

Who should check with a doctor before using them?

Anyone with poor leg circulation, peripheral arterial disease, skin infections, open wounds or diabetes-related leg problems should consult a doctor first.

Ready to Find Your Fit?

Looking for medical compression stockings in India that are light, breathable and easy to wear every day, in black or skin color? Check the size chart, choose your pair, or contact our support team if you need help picking the right class and size for your legs.