Try to make an appointment in the morning. Oedema tends to increase during the day. 

Sitting still for a longer period of time might cause the oedema to increase. 

Warmer and humid weather tend to have an impact on your oedema. It might increase. 

If possible try to reduce your oedema with bandaging or wraps for a period of time prior to your scheduled appointment to take your measurements. This might result in smaller measurements. 

You will have some back-up information in case the garments do not fit properly. 

Please do speak up when you have doubts about the measurements during the process, take your time.  

Discuss your experiences on your previous compression garments. Did they fit nicely, were there any remarks? Please discuss them with your therapist and take your time. 

Write down in advance your daily routines, activity level, excercise, work environment etc. This will help you to discuss the best compression garments for your personal situation with your therapist. 

Your body (weight, seize and shape) might alter or change. Please take new measurements at least once a year for the best measurements.  

Take your compression off just before the measurements are taken. This will ensure your leg or arm to be is in the best condition.