Compression stockings, also known as compression socks, are specially made socks that fit tighter than normal so they gently squeeze your legs. Wearing them helps improve your blood flow and reduces ...

Compression socks apply pressure to your lower legs. This can help to increase blood flow and boost circulation, which can be especially helpful if you have venous insufficiency. Compression socks and ...

In this study, we hypothesized that both tested brands of elastic and inelastic supports effectively generate class III to class IV skin surface pressures as well as gradient compression. Our results ...

Whether you struggle with swelling, foot fatigue, or plantar fasciitis, these doctor-recommended compression socks can help. Loren Brutsch is a writer and editor for Health.com. She has a master's in ...

Pregnancy can mean the swelling of, well, just about everything—feet and legs included. The thought of a tight-fitting sock may not spark joy, but the best pregnancy compression socks are easy to get ...