Medical-grade compression stockings prescribed and fitted by a registered physiotherapist — measured properly the first time so they actually do their job.
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Came in with chronic lower back pain after years of office work. Dr. Patel actually listened, ran a proper assessment, and built a plan around my schedule. Six weeks in and I'm sleeping through the night again. The clinic itself is calm and welcoming.
Tore my ACL in a soccer game and was told my season was over. Tanvir built me a return-to-play programme that pushed but never broke me. Back on the pitch — stronger than before. Honest, expert, no upsell. Cannot recommend enough.
Sciatica had me dreading every car ride. Dr. Reid was the first person to actually find the root issue and explain it in plain language. Three weeks of treatment and I'm back to long drives without flinching. Direct insurance billing was a nice bonus.
Frozen shoulder had me unable to reach overhead for over a year. Fereshteh ran a proper differential and got me on a manual-therapy plus loading plan. Range of motion is back to within five degrees of my good side. Real expertise, no rushed sessions.
Post-partum pelvic and lower back pain — felt dismissed everywhere else. Gary took the time to actually map what was going on and built a programme around being a new mom. I can lift my baby pain-free again. Genuinely changed my year.
Knee replacement at 58 — surgeon recommended Physio2Health and I'm grateful. Properly graded loading, weekly check-ins, and an honest conversation about timelines. Walking 5 km comfortably eight weeks in. Best money I've ever spent on my body.
Compression stockings are a precise medical device — too tight is uncomfortable, too loose does nothing. Fereshteh measures your leg, prescribes the correct compression class, and fits the right size so the stockings actually work for circulation, swelling and recovery support.
If you don't see your concern listed, give us a call — chances are we can help, and we'll tell you honestly if a different specialist is a better fit.
Acute episodes, chronic stiffness, postural patterns from desk work.
Identify the root cause, calm the irritation, and build long-term resilience.
Sprains, strains, ACL recovery, and structured return-to-play programmes.
Knee replacements, rotator-cuff repair, fracture rehab, coordinated with your surgeon.
Restore range of motion with manual therapy and progressive loading.
Tendinopathy treatment, ergonomic coaching, gradual return to your sport.
Meniscus issues, patellar pain, ankle sprains, and balance retraining.
Tension headaches and jaw pain from upper-cervical and postural sources.
We listen, examine, and explain what we see — before a single technique is applied. You leave with a clear picture of what's going on and what we'll do about it.
Manual therapy and exercise prescription built around your body, your goals, and your week. Most patients feel a meaningful shift in the first or second session.
Check-ins, measurable milestones, and honest answers when you're done. We never stretch out a plan to fill a calendar.
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Plain answers about how compression stockings actually work, who should wear them, and what to expect at fitting.
Medical-grade compression stockings are specially engineered hosiery that apply graduated pressure to the leg — strongest at the ankle and easing as they move up — to help blood return to the heart. Unlike drugstore "support socks," they're calibrated to a precise pressure rating in mmHg and require professional measurement to work safely. Fereshteh prescribes and fits them based on your circulation, leg shape and what you're treating.
They help anyone whose legs ache, swell, or feel heavy by the end of the day — including patients with varicose or spider veins, chronic venous insufficiency, edema, lymphedema, and a history of DVT. They're also routinely prescribed for long flights, pregnancy-related swelling, post-surgical recovery, and people who stand or sit for long hours such as nurses, teachers, hairstylists and office workers.
Compression is measured in millimetres of mercury (mmHg) and grouped into classes. 15–20 mmHg is mild — used for tired, achy legs, mild swelling, travel and pregnancy. 20–30 mmHg is moderate (medical class I) — used for varicose veins, moderate edema, post-sclerotherapy and DVT prevention. 30–40 mmHg is firm (class II) — used for severe venous disease, lymphedema and post-thrombotic syndrome, and typically requires a physician's recommendation.
Fittings are done first thing in the morning, before any swelling sets in, so the measurements reflect your true leg shape. Fereshteh takes multiple circumferences — ankle, calf, knee, and thigh if needed — plus leg length, and combines those with your medical history to choose the correct compression class, length (knee-high, thigh-high or pantyhose) and brand. The appointment takes about 30 minutes.
For most conditions, put them on first thing in the morning before you stand up, wear them through your active day, and take them off before bed. They work by counteracting gravity, so they're most effective when you're upright. Unless your physician has specifically prescribed 24-hour wear (rare — usually only after certain surgeries), nighttime wear isn't necessary and can be uncomfortable.
Yes — compression stockings are first-line conservative treatment for both. They support weakened vein walls, improve venous return, and visibly reduce swelling within days for most patients. They won't erase existing varicose veins, but they slow progression, ease the heaviness and aching, and lower the risk of complications such as skin changes or ulcers.
Most extended-health plans in Canada cover medical-grade compression stockings (typically 20–30 mmHg and above) under "medical supplies" or "durable medical equipment," usually one to two pairs per year. A doctor's prescription is normally required for the claim. We provide a detailed receipt with the compression class, diagnosis code and practitioner credentials so you can submit to Manulife, Sun Life, Canada Life, Green Shield and others.
You don't need a prescription to be fitted — you can book the assessment directly with Fereshteh as a Registered Physiotherapist. However, you'll almost always need a physician's prescription to submit the cost to your insurance, especially for 20–30 mmHg or higher. If you don't have one yet, we'll walk you through what to ask your family doctor for so the claim goes through smoothly.
With daily wear and proper care, a quality pair holds its compression for about 4 to 6 months. After that the elastic fibres fatigue and the graduated pressure becomes unreliable — the stockings may still feel snug but no longer deliver the medical effect. This is why most insurers approve two pairs per year, and why we recommend rotating two pairs to extend their life.
Generally no. When you're lying flat, gravity is no longer working against your circulation, so the compression isn't doing anything useful — and prolonged wear at night can irritate skin or restrict circulation if the fit isn't perfect. The only exception is a specific medical instruction after surgery or in advanced venous disease, in which case lower-pressure night stockings may be prescribed.
The trick is to put them on before you get out of bed, when legs are at their slimmest and skin is dry. Turn the stocking inside-out down to the heel, slip your foot in, then carefully roll it up the leg in small sections rather than yanking from the top. Rubber dishwashing gloves give you grip and protect the fabric, and donning aids (butler frames, silk slippers) make a real difference for thigh-highs or class II — Fereshteh demonstrates the technique at your fitting.
Wash them after every wear — body oils break down the elastic fibres faster than the compression itself. Use lukewarm water and a mild detergent (a lingerie wash is ideal), either by hand or on a delicate cycle inside a mesh bag. Always air-dry flat or on a towel — never wring, tumble-dry, iron, or hang in direct sunlight, and skip fabric softener and bleach, which destroy the elasticity.
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