Question:
I had asked this question yesterday but did not make myself

very clear. I was worried about the sizing of the compression stockings but, in fact, the inflatable thing that goes around your calf is actually what I was referring to. If your calves are huge will they have those things to fit me? Thanks for any help you can provide.    — Sharon R. (posted on June 1, 2001)

June 1, 2001
It really depends on how big your legs are and if your hospital and surgeon regularly deal with large patients. Sorry to not be able to give you a better answer but if a small hospital only sees an occasional bariatric patient they may not where if they see several large people a week I am sure your surgeon makes sure they have the proper equipment for his patients. In fact if your surgeon told you that you would be 'waking up' with this pumping device on your legs I am sure he has made arrangements to have them for the very largest patients he does the procedure on. Since you are concerned, you should call the surgical floor where you will be staying and ask to speak with a nurse. Tell her your concerns. I am sure you will get a positive answer.
   — SusanMaria

June 1, 2001
Sharon, Since the inflatable stocking are velcro, they can use two pair and velcro two togehter to go around one calf if necessary. They do the same thing with an abdominal binder if the largest one won't go around your middle. You'll be okay; they are prepared to handle the situation. Ease your mind and concentrate on the wonderful changes that are coming your way! Best of luck!
   — BethVBG

June 1, 2001
I was 375 lbs at the time of my surgery and the inflatable leg cuffs fit with no trouble. I would imagine that even if they had not that the hospital would have extenders to make them work. They are used to dealing with us "full figured" people. Don't worry, you will do great.
   — [Anonymous]