Sigvaris Essential Cotton 20-30 mmHg Thigh High Closed Toe for Women

Fabric and construction

Sigvaris lists the fabric as 50% nylon, 25% spandex, 25% Supima cotton. The line is built around a classic ribbed design in all-day cotton comfort, with double-covered inlay yarns for an easy glide on and off and a silicone dot band to stop slipping.

Why choose this length

This is a thigh-high stocking: it held up by a silicone or lace grip band at the top of the thigh. Quick to put on and take off, and cooler in warm weather since there's no waistband. The grip band can slide if the skin has lotion or oil on it, and thigh shape affects how well it stays put. It tends to suit people who want the fastest garment to get on and off, or who find a full pantyhose too warm.

Pressure is built to be highest at the ankle and to ease gradually up the leg, the standard mechanism behind every mmHg class.

Sigvaris and JOBST both call 20-30 mmHg the class doctors prescribe most often, typically for more noticeable varicose veins, mild-to-moderate edema, or recovery after some vein procedures.

Sigvaris lists this line as best suited for sensitive skin and allergies.

Compression socks are sized to your leg, not your shoe size. The fitting method JOBST's own compression institute publishes measures the narrowest point of the ankle, the widest point of the calf, and sometimes leg length, taken while seated with legs free of swelling. Check this line's own size chart rather than guessing from S/M/L, since two brands rarely match.

JOBST's donning instructions: turn the sock inside-out down to the heel, ease it over the foot, then gradually turn it right-side-out while working it up the leg and smoothing out any wrinkles. Rubber gloves add grip on firmer classes, and a separate donning aid (sold on our Donning Aid page) helps if bending down to your foot is hard.

Sigvaris recommends hand-washing, or a gentle machine cycle with the sock turned inside-out, in lukewarm water with a mild detergent - no bleach or fabric softener, then air-dry. JOBST advises washing after each wear or every other day, and replacing compression hosiery about every six months of normal use, sooner if the fabric loosens.

Ships from a Canadian warehouse. Free shipping on orders over $150; some remote areas, PO boxes and surcharge regions may cost extra.

Return within 14 days of purchase, unused, in original condition and packaging.

Covered directly by Sigvaris under their warranty for material and manufacturing defects.

Sigvaris cuts this line specifically for women, in the shades and sizes shown here.

It tends to suit people who want the fastest garment to get on and off, or who find a full pantyhose too warm.

If a doctor or fitter already recommended 20-30 mmHg for you, this is that class, in the length and fit shown here.

What we stand behind

• Sold in Canada with Sigvaris's manufacturer warranty against material and workmanship defects
• Ships from a Canadian warehouse; free shipping over $150
• 14-day returns on unopened, unworn pairs in original packaging

What does 20-30 mmHg mean?

Sigvaris and JOBST both call 20-30 mmHg the class doctors prescribe most often, typically for more noticeable varicose veins, mild-to-moderate edema, or recovery after some vein procedures. Ask your doctor which class fits your own situation.

Why choose a thigh-high stocking over another length?

Quick to put on and take off, and cooler in warm weather since there's no waistband. The grip band can slide if the skin has lotion or oil on it, and thigh shape affects how well it stays put.

How do I measure for the right size?

Compression socks are sized to your leg, not your shoe size. The fitting method JOBST's own compression institute publishes measures the narrowest point of the ankle, the widest point of the calf, and sometimes leg length, taken while seated with legs free of swelling. Check this line's own size chart rather than guessing from S/M/L, since two brands rarely match.

How do I wash them, and how long do they last?

Sigvaris recommends hand-washing, or a gentle machine cycle with the sock turned inside-out, in lukewarm water with a mild detergent - no bleach or fabric softener, then air-dry. JOBST advises washing after each wear or every other day, and replacing compression hosiery about every six months of normal use, sooner if the fabric loosens.