SIGVARIS® MELANY Donning & Doffing Device
The SIGVARIS® MELANY is a donning and doffing aid designed to help people with limited mobility put on and remove compression stockings with less bending, gripping and physical effort. Its adjustable handles, stocking-loading base and gripping caps make daily compression routines easier and more independent.
Verified Product: Your Med Supplies listing is Melany Donning & Doffing, currently shown with SKU 579SLG and size options Large, Medium and Small. SIGVARIS identifies MELANY as a dedicated donning and doffing device for compression stockings and offers sizing based on calf circumference.
Easy Donning
Helps guide compression stockings over the foot and ankle without requiring the user to grip the foot.
Easy Doffing
Rubber gripping caps help provide the grip needed to work the stocking downward for removal.
Adjustable Handles
Handle height can be adapted to the user's body size and reach.
Limited Mobility
Designed especially for users who have difficulty bending or reaching their feet.
Why Choose the SIGVARIS® MELANY?
MELANY is designed for people who find compression stockings difficult to put on or remove because of limited mobility, reduced reach or difficulty bending. The device helps reduce the need to grip the foot or make strong bending movements during the stocking routine.
SIGVARIS states that MELANY can be used with calf-length and thigh-length compression stockings and with both open-toe and closed-toe styles. Using an appropriate donning aid can also help reduce unnecessary stretching and wear on the stocking during application and removal.
Key Features
- SIGVARIS® MELANY donning and doffing device.
- Med Supplies listing SKU: 579SLG for the currently selected Large configuration.
- Height-adjustable grips.
- Base with a stocking donning shovel/loading surface.
- Innovative rubber caps for gripping during doffing.
- Designed for users with limited mobility or reduced reach.
- Suitable for calf-length compression stockings.
- Suitable for thigh-length compression stockings.
- Suitable for open-toe and closed-toe compression stockings.
- One-piece device designed to make both donning and doffing easier.
- Can be disassembled for storage and travel.
- Available in multiple sizes based on calf circumference.
- Individual components are not sold separately.
Benefits
- Reduces the amount of bending required when applying compression stockings.
- Reduces the need to grip and pull directly on the foot or stocking.
- Helps users with limited mobility perform their compression routine more independently.
- Can make donning and doffing quicker and less physically demanding.
- Gentle handling can help reduce unnecessary wear and stretching of compression stockings.
- Adjustable grips help accommodate different user heights and reach.
Common Applications
- Daily application of compression stockings.
- Removal of compression stockings at the end of the day.
- Users with limited flexibility or range of motion.
- Users who have difficulty reaching their feet.
- People with reduced hand or finger dexterity who need help handling compression garments.
- Caregiver-assisted compression stocking application and removal.
- Home-care and travel use.
MELANY Size Guide
| Size |
Calf Circumference |
Product Code Reference |
| X-Small |
25–30 cm (10–12 in) |
579SXS |
| Small |
30–38 cm (12–15 in) |
579SSM |
| Medium |
38–46 cm (15–18 in) |
579SMD |
| Large |
46–56 cm (18–22 in) |
579SLG |
Measure around the widest part of the calf. Product-code formatting can vary by market; the Med Supplies Canadian listing currently uses 579SLG for the Large selection.
How MELANY Helps
For donning, the compression stocking is positioned on the device's base and guided over the foot and ankle as the user raises the handles. The stocking is then worked into its normal position without requiring the user to reach down and pull strongly at the foot.
For doffing, the gripping caps provide traction against the stocking so it can be worked downward from the leg. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for the specific stocking and MELANY configuration.
Usage and Safety Information
Choose the MELANY size based on the user's calf circumference and follow the manufacturer's instructions for the device and compression garment.
Use the device on a stable, level surface. Keep the handles and frame clear of furniture and other obstacles while loading or removing the stocking.
Do not force a compression garment onto the device. If the stocking is unusually difficult to apply, painful, damaged or incorrectly sized, stop and consult a qualified compression fitter or healthcare professional.
Inspect the device regularly for cracks, loose components or damaged gripping surfaces. Do not use it if the frame or handles are damaged or cannot be adjusted securely.
The MELANY is a donning and doffing aid; it does not replace proper medical advice regarding the type, compression level or fit of a compression garment.
Product and Ordering Information
This listing covers the SIGVARIS® MELANY Donning & Doffing Device for compression stockings.
- Brand: SIGVARIS®.
- Product: MELANY Donning and Doffing Device.
- Primary use: Applying and removing compression stockings.
- Current Med Supplies SKU: 579SLG for Large.
- Sizes: X-Small, Small, Medium and Large according to SIGVARIS sizing information.
- Calf circumference range: 25–30 cm XS, 30–38 cm S, 38–46 cm M, 46–56 cm L.
- Features: Adjustable handles, donning base/shovel and rubber gripping caps.
- Compatible garment styles: Calf and thigh stockings; open or closed toe.
- Individual components: Not sold separately.
- Unit of sale: 1 complete MELANY device.
Important: Select the correct MELANY size by measuring the widest part of the calf. The current Med Supplies listing shows Large, Medium and Small; the Large reference is 579SLG.
