Knee high Moisturising Socks | Dementia Support Forum

I have never heard of long or knee length moisturising socks. (nor ankle ones!) I am guessing your Mum’s legs suffer from dry skin but wondered if perhaps she has any specific problem causing the dryness?

I do have a leg condition called lymphoedema and have to wear compression stockings. a knee length on one leg and a full length (to thigh) on the other. The therapist recommends Diprobase cream, an emollient. It is not sticky.

Another one that carers use is called Doublebase Gel. I don't know why it is called a 'gel' as it is a white cream! More 'oily' than the Diprobase.

There are others but those seem to be the main two prescribed by doctors for dry skin.

You could ask your Mum’s GP - or a district nurse - for advice, also about stockings. You definitely don’t want a stocking that sticks and lots of older people have their legs creamed and also wear knee length stockings for various reasons. The medics would keep you right.

Good luck
Loo