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why is only one anti-embolism stocking ordered? Case study: ORIF of femur and only has one...

why is only one anti-embolism stocking ordered?

Case study: ORIF of femur and only has one stocking on the non operative leg? why not on the operative leg?

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Following orthopedic surgery, the patient will lie on the bed for a long period of time. This causes impaired flow of blood in the leg and increases the risk of thromboembolism. The wearing of anti-embolism stocking improves blood circulation by applying compression and prevent blood clots forming in the legs. It is not advisable to wear anti-emboli stockings on the operative leg because the compression causes wound damage due to lack of oxygen flow and result in ischemia of the cells.  In addition, it increases the risk of complication.

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