Inclusion Criteria  Adults aged 18 and over. Have known previous venous insufficiency that has been treated. Have no known current contraindication to the wearing of graduated compression hosiery. Have an ankle brachial pressure index (ABPI) between 0.8-1.2. Have no active ulceration. Are physically able to apply and remove hosiery kits safely. Have had successful surgery at The Whiteley Clinic and have had at least one follow-up to show no residual venous disease.  Exclusion Criteria  Under the age of 18. Have known arterial insufficiency (an ABPI of below 0.8). Have active ulceration. Be physically unable to put stocking on their own legs. Have signs of recent lower limb trauma, active infection, ongoing untreated venous disease, significant ankle oedema. Unable to give informed consent. Pregnant. Fragile skin that may be damaged whilst trying to apply or remove compression stockings. Previous DVT or complicated varicose veins that were not able to be completely treated and left residual venous reflux disease.