Zipcase Large Size Stocking Donner, Sock Aid Tool to Put on Compression Socks for Large Calves from 18" to 20" in Circumference (Compatible for JOBST,SB SOX,CHARMKING,FITRELL,Bluemaple,COOLOVER) White

This is surprisingly awesome to use. I struggled for years to pull on support hose for work, (healthcare- inhumane hours). So happy to have given this a chance.

It worked fine for me. I roll most of the sock onto the unit with about 1-2 inches free. I wish the handles were longer for less flexible users. I tried other devices and this is the only one that actually worked. Great purchase.

The concept seems good, but the device is poorly designed. The handles are positioned so that they interfere with the ability to get your hands in to put the sock onto the frame.The reason I want a sock aid is because I can't put socks on by myself, and I wanted something that would make it possible to get dressed without depending on another person for help. I have nerve damage in one hand, making it very weak. Using this device requires strength and dexterity in both hands. When I couldn't get the sock on the frame, I asked my husband for help. This immediately negates the purpose of the device by making me dependent on him for help. He is not disabled or weak, but he struggled with it, largely because of those handles being in the way, and also because support socks are very tight and springy.Once he got the sock on the frame, getting my foot into the sock was not as easy as expected. I really couldn't get the right angle to get my heel into place, requiring more intervention from my husband. Going through this struggle every morning just to get my socks on is not acceptable. I'll be returning this.

The smaller version (for calves under 16”) does work, but if you can reach your toes with your hands to slip a stocking over your foot, I don’t think it’s any easier than donning compression stockings by hand (reaching inside, grabbing the heel, and pulling it back out, then slipping your foot into the pocket you have just formed and pulling the stocking up over your leg). If you can’t reach your toes, then this smaller version definitely is a good device. If you can’t reach the floor with your hands, you probably can get the stocking on the device by putting the device on a chair or table. Whether by hand or when using this device, it takes some strength and some dexterity, as well as practice.The larger version (for calves over 16 inches) is almost impossible to use successfully, because there is such a large gap between the top semicircle and the vertical support bars below it that the extremely stretched extra-large compression stocking’s cuff slips into that gap and cannot be pulled back out to slide it down the rest of the way. (see attached photos.) Just poorly designed.Both versions are sturdy and comfortable to hold, but I think they should be a couple of inches taller, both in the handles and in the middle section over which the stocking is supposed to be positioned.UPDATE, 8 weeks later: If you can reach your toes and are using open-toe compression stockings, a much better, faster, easier, and less expensive device is a "slippie", as my daughter showed me last week. Amazon sells several of them and I've bought two: these B09FDPJ5R4 are nylon and are excellent; and these Juzo's B00IO3EPRO are even better (they look like the packaging for some product, but in fact, they are the product, made of Tyvek. Very durable, almost frictionless, and easy to remove after use). Slippies only work with open-toe stockings, not with closed-toe.

The spot welds are much better he states and feels very sturdy.

I measured my calf and watched the video several times before ordering, especially since there was a high return rate. I ordered the large unit. I have 6 pair of support knee high compression hose. I was able to use the unit on 3 pair of hose. It was impossible on the other 3 pair.. The hose were too tight especially around the ankle for the unit. I will keep the unit because it did work on 3 pair and it was well made. We do however need a better type unit esp for us seniors who need compression hose esp after surgery.

I put the hose on the holder and it slips off when inserting the foot. Should have a coating on it to help hold the hose in place. Useless to me.

Well, I fought the idea of having to wear compression stockings on a regular basis, but it is now a fact of life. Like most folks, the thought of getting them on was miserable, nearly producing tears! After a procedure, I asked the nurse for help, and out she comes with this gizmo. Stockings on without a whimper! I asked her advice, then did my own research and this is was my pick. It's awkward at first but once you've done it a few times, it's a piece of cake. I can't imagine how I suffered through all this time without it. The secret is to get the heel in place at the top facing you. Read the description thoroughly because there are different sizes of the leg opening. I have a 15.5" calf and ordered the medium. This measurements listed are accurate in my opinion. There are tons of tutorials out there on how to use this. From my experience now, this is the best one out there. What a game changer! I hope this helps.