Question 1

What makes Truform different from other compression brands?

Accepted Answer

Truform is part of SAI Brands, a family-run business in Cincinnati, Ohio since 1893. With 100+ years of medical manufacturing expertise, Truform maintains its own FDA-registered factory to ensure regulatory compliance for Class II medical devices.

Question 2

What makes Truform Class II medical compression different from Class I general compression?

Accepted Answer

Class II has a verified compression profile for a specific medical use and is regulated by the FDA. Class I is for "general use" such as lifestyle-type shapewear and sports performance. Class II must register a UPC and/or UDI barcode with the FDA.

Question 3

How do I know if compression garments are Class I or Class II?

Accepted Answer

Class II is a higher level of registration and device class which can be identified in the FDA's GUDID database. Unique Device Identifier (UDI) barcode and lot code are required on all packaging. If the barcode contains letters it is not Class II.

Question 4

How do I know what compression level is right for me?

Accepted Answer

If you are new to medical compression start with 15-20 mmHg. If you have no symptoms, are interested in preventative care, and or sit or stand for long periods of time then start with 8-15 mmHg. From there move up to higher levels as needed.

Question 5

What does mmHg mean and how does it relate to graduated compression profiles?

Accepted Answer

mmHg is a measurement of pressure and stands for "millimeters of mercury" - the highest number is the tightest point of compression (at the ankle), from there pressure decreases to move blood up the leg. This gradient is called graduated compression.

Asin	B01K5OWLNO
Date First Available	August 10, 2016
Department	unisex-adult
Item Model Number	8875
Manufacturer	Surgical Appliance Industries
Product Dimensions	8.25 x 4.5 x 1 inches; 2.47 ounces

15-20 mmHg Compression Stockings Men & Women Medical Beige Medium

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