Size Chart Guide

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  • Below-Knee
  • Above-Knee
  • Arm
  • Measuring Tips & Videos

STEP 1: Top & Bottom

Measure the circumference around the middle of your knee cap and 2 inches up from the bottom of your residual limb.  The bottom circumference is the most difficult to measure because it may feel as if the tape measure is sliding off your limb. Continue to STEP 2: Length

 

How to measure for knit-rite prosthetic soft sock.

STEP 2: Length

Length is a matter of preference. However, the typical rule is 2-3 inches past the middle of your knee cap. Continue to STEP 3: Find your size

 

STEP 3: Find your size

Take both your top, bottom, and length measurements and use the chart to determine your size. If you're in-between sizes, we suggest remeasuring again to be on safe side. Most below-knee amputees fit a size regular.

Arm amputee socks. BK amputee socks. AK amputee socks.
CHILD NARROW REGULAR WIDE
TOP (INCHES) 8 11 - 14 14 - 16 18 +
BOTTOM (INCHES) 6 7 - 8 8 - 10 12 +
LENGTH (INCHES)
Extra Short 8 - 12
Short 10 - 14
Medium 16 - 20
*Long 22 - 28

 

*Size "Narrow" with Length "Long" is not available with a Hole-In-Toe.

Using sizing from product packaging

SOCK SIZE | LENGTH FLAT DIMENSIONS (inches)
Child | Short 3 x 2 x 8
Narrow | Short 4 x 2.5 x 12
Narrow | Medium 4 x 2.5 x 16
Narrow | Medium 4 x 2.5 x 20
Regular | X-Short 5.5 x 3.5 x 9
Regular | Short 6 x 3.5 x 12
Regular | Medium 6 x 3.5 x 16
Regular | Long 6 x 3.5 x 20
Wide | Short 8 x 4.5 x 12
Wide | Medium 8 x 4.5 x 16

STEP 1: Top & Bottom

Measure the circumference along the top of your groin and 2 inches up from the bottom of your residual limb. Continue to STEP 2: Length

 

How to measure ak and bk amputees for prosthetic socks.

STEP 2: Length

Length is a matter of preference. Some people prefer their prosthetic socks to reflect over the top of the socket, while others prefer the sock to stay within their socket. Continue to STEP 3: Find your size

 

STEP 3: Find your size

Take both your top, bottom, and length measurements and use the chart to determine your size. If you're in-between sizes, we suggest remeasuring again to be on safe side. Most above-knee amputees fit a size "Wide."

Arm amputee socks. BK amputee socks. AK amputee socks.
CHILD NARROW REGULAR WIDE
TOP (INCHES) 8 11 - 14 14 - 16 18 +
BOTTOM (INCHES) 6 7 - 8 8 - 10 12 +
LENGTH (INCHES)
Extra Short 8 - 12
Short 10 - 14
Medium 16 - 20
*Long 22 - 28

 

*Size "Narrow" with Length "Long" is not available with a Hole-In-Toe.

Using sizing from product packaging

SOCK SIZE | LENGTH FLAT DIMENSIONS (inches)
Child | Short 3 x 2 x 8
Narrow | Short 4 x 2.5 x 12
Narrow | Medium 4 x 2.5 x 16
Narrow | Medium 4 x 2.5 x 20
Regular | X-Short 5.5 x 3.5 x 9
Regular | Short 6 x 3.5 x 12
Regular | Medium 6 x 3.5 x 16
Regular | Long 6 x 3.5 x 20
Wide | Short 8 x 4.5 x 12
Wide | Medium 8 x 4.5 x 16

STEP 1: Top & Bottom

Below-elbow amputees measure the circumference around your elbow and 1 1/2 inches up from end of your residual limb. Above-elbow amputees measure the circumference at the level of your underarm and 1.5 inches up from the bottom of your residual limb. Continue to STEP 2: Length

 

Measuring arm amputees for stump socks by knit-rite.

STEP 2: Length

Length is a matter of preference. Continue to STEP 3: Find your size

 

STEP 3: Find your size

Take both your top, bottom, and length measurements and use the chart to determine your size. If you're in-between sizes, we suggest remeasuring again to be on safe side. Most arm amputees fit a size "Narrow."

Arm amputee socks. BK amputee socks. AK amputee socks.
CHILD NARROW REGULAR WIDE
TOP (INCHES) 8 11 - 14 14 - 16 18 +
BOTTOM (INCHES) 6 7 - 8 8 - 10 12 +
LENGTH (INCHES)
Extra Short 8 - 12
Short 10 - 14
Medium 16 - 20
*Long 22 - 28

 

*Size "Narrow" with Length "Long" is not available with a Hole-In-Toe.

Using sizing from product packaging

SOCK SIZE | LENGTH FLAT DIMENSIONS (inches)
Child | Short 3 x 2 x 8
Narrow | Short 4 x 2.5 x 12
Narrow | Medium 4 x 2.5 x 16
Narrow | Medium 4 x 2.5 x 20
Regular | X-Short 5.5 x 3.5 x 9
Regular | Short 6 x 3.5 x 12
Regular | Medium 6 x 3.5 x 16
Regular | Long 6 x 3.5 x 20
Wide | Short 8 x 4.5 x 12
Wide | Medium 8 x 4.5 x 16

When taking body measurements, you need to use the correct type of tape measure. You will want to use a soft cloth or flexible plastic  tape measure, similar to what a seamstress uses. Do not use a metal measuring tape, used in construction (your measurements will be inaccurate).  Please don't guess, if you still have your sock packaging you can refer to the packaging size tab.  Pay special attention not to pull your measuring tape too tight.  Doing so will produce a measurement that is too small. 

The most difficult measurement is the bottom measurement.  Too often, people measure too high along the bottom of their limbs producing a larger "Bottom" measurement.  Ideally, measure 2 inches up from the bottom of your limb and use a pen to mark this level on your limb. Once you know exactly where to measure, use a tape measure to carefully measure your bottom circumference.

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Knit-Rite

Knit-Rite Soft Sock with CoolMax Technology, Moisture Control, Sensitive Skin

Knit-Rite

Knit-Rite Soft Sock with CoolMax Technology, Moisture Control, Sensitive Skin

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About Soft Sock w/ Coolmax

  • Soft Sock with Coolmax is available with a bottom hole-in-the toe for locking liners
  • Prosthetic sock bunching and sliding down is minimized with Knit Rite's non-roll cuff along the top of their soft sock
  • Brushed interior makes this prosthetic sock feel extra soft
  • Soft Sock dries fast and durable thanks to Coolmax fibers
  • Patented seamless 3D rounded toe for an improved fit without the excess “tent” formation along the bottom as with other sock brands
  • Coolmax Extreme textile helps transport perspiration away from your skin to the outside of the sock and regulate temperature
  • Each Soft Sock prosthetic sock is color coded at the top depending on the prosthetic sock ply thickness
  • Soft Sock with coolmax fibers are resistant to shrinkage
  • Available in Lightweight, 3 Ply and 5 Ply thicknesses
  • If you need a Soft Sock with odor control look at Soft Sock with X-Static
  • Made in the USA
  • Sold each in sealed polybag

About Soft Sock w/ Coolmax

  • Soft Sock with Coolmax is available with a bottom hole-in-the toe for locking liners
  • Prosthetic sock bunching and sliding down is minimized with Knit Rite's non-roll cuff along the top of their soft sock
  • Brushed interior makes this prosthetic sock feel extra soft
  • Soft Sock dries fast and durable thanks to Coolmax fibers
  • Patented seamless 3D rounded toe for an improved fit without the excess “tent” formation along the bottom as with other sock brands
  • Coolmax Extreme textile helps transport perspiration away from your skin to the outside of the sock and regulate temperature
  • Each Soft Sock prosthetic sock is color coded at the top depending on the prosthetic sock ply thickness
  • Soft Sock with coolmax fibers are resistant to shrinkage
  • Available in Lightweight, 3 Ply and 5 Ply thicknesses
  • If you need a Soft Sock with odor control look at Soft Sock with X-Static
  • Made in the USA
  • Sold each in sealed polybag

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Knit-Rite Soft Sock with Coolmax Description

Knit-Rite Soft Sock with Coolmax is a prosthetic sock capable of wicking perspiration away from your skin, while also reducing internal socket temperatures by a degree or two.  Color coded top lets users know whether it’s a 5 Ply (Blue), 3 Ply (Green) or Lightweight Ply (Gray) sock. Amputees can adjust and fine tune their prosthetic socket fit when volume loss or gain occurs with any available 1, 3, or 5 ply Soft Sock.  A common symptom of insufficient sock ply count is low back discomfort. Experimenting with either a lightweight or 3 ply sock helps determine the appropriate amount of ply needed to raise your residual limb out of the socket and level your hips. Wearing a prosthesis with too little sock ply creates an correctable temporary leg length discrepancy.

Knitted with Coolmax extreme fibers this version of Knit Rite Soft Sock helps you to stay drier and more comfortable. Coolmax is a product of Dupont that can be blended with a variety of other fibers such as polyester to achieve different results. What makes the Soft Sock with Coolmax so unique is that its coolmax fibers aren’t round but rather oval in shape when viewed cross sectionally.  When a Soft Sock is knitted, Knit Rite adds channels lengthwise along the coolmax thread. This style of sock manufacturing provides the ability for moisture to travel through these channels away from the skin to the top of the Soft Sock. As a prosthetic wearer, this sweat can’t evaporate once on the surface, which means you have to change out your Soft Sock for a dry one periodically to stay and feel dry.  

Soft Sock Advantages

Knit-Rite Soft Sock with Coolmax prosthetic sock feels soft and huggable when worn against your skin and will keep you cooler in the summer and insulate your limb in extreme cold winter. Knit Rite added just enough Lycra so the Soft Sock fits well and can accommodate many unique residual limb shapes. The Coolmax fibers inside the Soft Sock is what makes this prosthetic sock feel so soft and provides its durability.

Knit-Rite has been making prosthetic socks since the early 1920s and they know how to make a sock with longevity. The fine knit sock construction is of the highest quality in the prosthetic industry and can hold up to the most active people. If you wear a prosthetic liner with a locking pin the Soft-Sock Coolmax is available with a sewn hole-in-toe option.

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Features & Details

Knit-Rite Soft Sock with Coolmax Materials

95.6% Coolmax Extreme 4.4% Lycra

Care Instructions

 

When applying your Knit Rite Soft Sock with Coolmax pay special attention to avoid pulling the sock to thin along the bottom end of your residual limb.  Typically the greatest sock ply thickness is needed along the bottom. When a prosthetic sock is pulled-on vs layed-on, amputees run the risk of turning a 5 ply sock into a 3 ply sock.

Wash your Knit-Rite Soft-Socks every day right side out. Machine wash with all purpose detergent similar to Medi-Care Wash, non-chlorine bleach only when needed Rinse thoroughly and pull taut, toe to top. No liquid softeners. Last tumble dry, low heat.

Precautions

Wear a clean soft sock prosthetic sock every day for proper residual limb care. Make sure to have a large enough prosthetic sock supply to keep your socks in rotation and prevent packing down of the soft sock’s fibers.

Part Numbers (SKUs)

SIZE | LENGTH SOCK PLY HOLE-IN-TOE KNIT-RITE PRODUCT NUMBER
Child | Short Lightweight No 1SP1CHSH
Child | Short Lightweight Yes 1SPSCHSH
Child | Short 3 Ply No 1SP3CHSH
Child | Short 3 Ply Yes 1SP3SCSH
Child | Short 5 Ply No 1SP5CHSH
Child | Short 5 Ply Yes 1SP5SCSH
Narrow | Short Lightweight No 1SP1NASH
Narrow | Short Lightweight Yes 1SPSNASH
Narrow | Short 3 Ply No 1SP3NASH
Narrow | Short 3 Ply Yes 1SP3SNSH
Narrow | Short 5 Ply No 1SP5NASH
Narrow | Short 5 Ply Yes 1SP5SNSH
Narrow | Medium Lightweight No 1SP1NAMD
Narrow | Medium Lightweight Yes 1SPSNAMD
Narrow | Medium 3 Ply No 1SP3NAMD
Narrow | Medium 3 Ply Yes 1SP3SNMD
Narrow | Medium 5 Ply No 1SP5NAMD
Narrow | Medium 5 Ply Yes 1SP5SNMD
Narrow | Long Lightweight No 1SP1NALG
Narrow | Long 3 Ply No 1SP3NALG
Narrow | Long 5 Ply No 1SP5NALG
Regular | X-Short Lightweight No 1SP1RGXS
Regular | X-Short Lightweight Yes 1SPSRGXS
Regular | X-Short 3 Ply No 1SP3RGXS
Regular | X-Short 3 Ply Yes 1SP3SRXS
Regular | X-Short 5 Ply No 1SP5RGXS
Regular | X-Short 5 Ply Yes 1SP5SRXS
Regular | Short Lightweight No 1SP1RGSH
Regular | Short Lightweight Yes 1SPSRGSH
Regular | Short 3 Ply No 1SP3RGSH
Regular | Short 3 Ply Yes 1SP3SRSH
Regular | Short 5 Ply No 1SP5RGSH
Regular | Short 5 Ply Yes 1SP5SRSH
Regular | Medium Lightweight No 1SP1RGMD
Regular | Medium Lightweight Yes 1SPSRGMD
Regular | Medium 3 Ply No 1SP3RGMD
Regular | Medium 3 Ply Yes 1SP3SRMD
Regular | Medium 5 Ply No 1SP5RGMD
Regular | Medium 5 Ply Yes 1SP5SRMD
Regular | Long Lightweight No 1SP1RGLG
Regular | Long Lightweight Yes 1SPSRGLG
Regular | Long 3 Ply No 1SP3RGLG
Regular | Long 3 Ply Yes 1SP3SRLG
Regular | Long 5 Ply No 1SP5RGLG
Regular | Long 5 Ply Yes 1SP5SRLG
Wide | Short Lightweight No 1SP1WDSH
Wide | Short Lightweight Yes 1SPSWDSH
Wide | Short 3 Ply No 1SP3WDSH
Wide | Short 3 Ply Yes 1SP3SWSH
Wide | Short 5 Ply No 1SP5WDSH
Wide | Short 5 Ply Yes 1SP5SWSH
Wide | Medium Lightweight No 1SP1WDMD
Wide | Medium Lightweight Yes 1SPSWDMD
Wide | Medium 3 Ply No 1SP3WDMD
Wide | Medium 3 Ply Yes 1SP3SWMD
Wide | Medium 5 Ply No 1SP5WDMD
Wide | Medium 5 Ply Yes 1SP5SWMD

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Shipping

Knit-Rite Soft Sock with Coolmax typically ships within 24 hours.

Estimated Product Dimensions (inches): L 9 W 7.5 H 0.5

Estimated Product Weight:.15lbs

Product Packaging: Polybag

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