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Prescribers’ quick reference guide

On each prescription, specify the quantity of pairs required. As a guide, each pair of Scholl compression stockings and socks will retain their compression for at least 30 washes, if cared for as recommended.

Prescriptions should be written as follows:

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Scholl Softgrip Stockings and Hold-ups

Class 1 Stockings

Rx Scholl Softgrip Class 1 Stockings

  • Number of pairs
  • Size – Small, medium, large or extra large
  • Length – Thigh or below knee
  • Style – Open or closed toe
  • Colour – Natural or black (closed toe only)

Class 1 Hold-ups

Rx Scholl Softgrip Class 1 Hold-ups

  • Number of pairs
  • Size – Small, medium, large or extra large

Class 2 Stockings

Rx Scholl Softgrip Class 2 Stockings

  • Number of pairs
  • Size – Small, medium, large or extra large
  • Length – Thigh or below knee
  • Style – Open or closed toe
  • Colour – Natural or black (closed toe only)

Class 3 Stockings

Rx Scholl Softgrip Class 3 Stockings

  • Number of pairs
  • Size – Small, medium, large or extra large
  • Length – Thigh or below knee

Scholl Softgrip Ribbed Socks

Class 1 Ribbed socks

Rx Scholl Softgrip Class 1 Ribbed Socks

  • Number of pairs
  • Size – Medium, large or extra large

Class 2 Ribbed socks

Rx Scholl Softgrip Class 2 Ribbed Socks

  • Number of pairs
  • Size – Medium, large or extra large
  • Colour – Black, grey or brown

Scholl Softgrip Cotton Rich

Class 2 Cotton Rich stockings

Rx Scholl Softgrip Cotton Rich Class 2 Stockings

  • Number of pairs
  • Size – Small, medium, large or extra large
  • Length – Thigh or below knee
  • Style – If Men’s Thigh Length are required this should be specified

All Scholl compression stockings and socks can also be bought over the counter at pharmacies.

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