Comprehensive Size Guide for Medical Supplies
Choosing the right size for medical supplies is crucial for comfort, effectiveness, and safety. This comprehensive guide covers various product categories to help you find the perfect fit. If you're between sizes, we generally recommend choosing the larger size for a more comfortable fit.
Table of Contents
How to Measure
For accurate measurements:
- Use a flexible measuring tape.
- Measure next to bare skin, not over clothing.
- Keep the tape snug but not tight.
- If possible, have someone assist you for hard-to-reach areas.
Compression Garments
Compression Stockings
Size |
Ankle Circumference (cm) |
Calf Circumference (cm) |
Thigh Circumference (cm) |
Length (cm) |
Small |
18-21 |
28-38 |
40-54 |
38-43 |
Medium |
21-25 |
30-42 |
46-60 |
41-46 |
Large |
25-29 |
32-46 |
52-66 |
44-49 |
X-Large |
29-33 |
34-50 |
58-72 |
47-52 |
Compression Sleeves
Size |
Wrist Circumference (cm) |
Forearm Circumference (cm) |
Bicep Circumference (cm) |
Small |
14-16 |
22-26 |
26-32 |
Medium |
16-18 |
26-30 |
32-38 |
Large |
18-20 |
30-34 |
38-44 |
Orthopedic Braces
Knee Braces
Size |
Circumference 6" Above Knee (cm) |
Circumference at Knee (cm) |
Circumference 6" Below Knee (cm) |
Small |
33-39 |
30-33 |
28-32 |
Medium |
39-47 |
33-36 |
32-35 |
Large |
47-53 |
36-39 |
35-38 |
X-Large |
53-60 |
39-43 |
38-42 |
Back Braces
Size |
Waist Circumference (cm) |
Small |
63-78 |
Medium |
78-94 |
Large |
94-109 |
X-Large |
109-124 |
2X-Large |
124-140 |
Wrist Braces
Size |
Wrist Circumference (cm) |
Small |
13-15 |
Medium |
15-17 |
Large |
17-19 |
X-Large |
19-21 |
Diabetic Shoes
Measure your foot length from heel to toe. Add 1-1.5 cm to allow for proper fit.
US Size |
EU Size |
Foot Length (cm) |
7 |
40 |
25 |
8 |
41 |
25.7 |
9 |
42 |
26.3 |
10 |
43 |
27 |
11 |
44 |
27.7 |
12 |
45 |
28.3 |
Mobility Aids
Walkers
Measure from the floor to the wrist crease when standing with arms relaxed at sides.
Size |
User Height (cm) |
Handle Height Range (cm) |
Standard |
165-185 |
78-95 |
Tall |
185-205 |
89-105 |
Wheelchairs
Measure hip width when seated for seat width. For seat depth, measure from the back of the buttocks to the back of the knee.
Size |
Seat Width (cm) |
Seat Depth (cm) |
Narrow |
40-43 |
40-43 |
Standard |
45-48 |
43-46 |
Wide |
50-53 |
46-49 |
Respiratory Equipment
CPAP Masks
Measure from the bridge of the nose to the bottom of the chin for full face masks. For nasal masks, measure from the bridge of the nose to just below the nose.
Size |
Full Face (cm) |
Nasal (cm) |
Small |
8-10 |
3-4 |
Medium |
10-12 |
4-5 |
Large |
12-14 |
5-6 |
Need Help?
If you're unsure about which size to choose or have any questions about our products, please don't hesitate to contact our customer service team. We're here to help ensure you get the perfect fit for your needs.