They’re often recommended for people with vein-related conditions, but they can be useful in other situations, too.

If you fly often, chances are you've heard about wearing compression socks on planes. The knee-high, ultra-constricting socks are often worn to support blood flow when sitting on long flights, which ...

From long flights to pregnancy and diabetes, many circumstances and conditions can cause pain and swelling in the legs, ankles, and feet. Enter compression socks and stockings — specially designed ...

People wearing compression stockings on long-haul flights may have one tenth the risk of developing a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) compared to those who do not wear compression stockings. People wearing ...

Buying compression socks is a personal journey, because they come in a variety of different styles and strengths, and some can only be prescribed by a doctor. But these days, some of the best ...

Whether you're travelling, running or standing all day, a compression sock can help to improve circulation and reduce ...

Q: My job requires a lot of travel, including long-haul flights. My mom says that I need to start wearing compression socks so I do not get a blood clot. I’m 27, not overweight and in good health.

PHILADELPHIA — (August 17, 2004) One of every three to four people with deep vein thrombosis (a blood clot) in the leg develops complications. These complications range from swelling, skin ...

Your health care provider might recommend wearing compression socks following surgery or to help with a health issue. Or, you might buy them yourself for comfort, to use when playing sports, or as a ...

People wearing compression stockings on long-haul flights may have one tenth the risk of developing a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) compared to those who do not wear compression stockings. So concludes a ...