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With the same mesh size, the different circumferences are created on the flat needle bed by changing the number of needles per row. Smaller circumferences, such as on the ankle, require fewer stitches than larger ones at the thigh or belly. At the end of the process, the two side ends are sewn together so that a seam is created.

The variable number of stitches in the stockings means that even very different body shapes and sizes can be made to fit perfectly. Compared to circular-knitted stockings, flat-knitted products are less elastic but form a stable barrier thanks to the fixed stitch size.¹

 

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Flat-knitted medical compression stockings are mainly used in the therapy of lipedema and lymphedema. In the second phase of Complex Physical Decongestion Therapy (KPE), the so-called maintenance phase, flat-knitted medical compression stockings with their strong material prevent renewed accumulation of fluid in the tissue. The special property of flat-knitted medical compression stockings is due to the strong material: Due to the so-called wall stability, they are less stretchy than round-knitted stockings.²

Flat-knitted compression stockings get their individual character by knitting several different knitting threads in different knitting systems. The compression thread is loosely inserted in each row.²

With this knitting process, patterns can be knitted with less distortion and thus visibly more evenly. Better UV protection can also be achieved in this way, which may be necessary in the case of scars and other injuries to the surface of the skin.

As a rule, these are individual custom-made products. In some cases, series sizes are also offered.

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1 OFA Bamberg
² MEDI Bayreuth