American Society of Hematology guidelines do not recommend compression socks for low-risk travelers on short flights and recommend socks on longer flights only for people at high risk of blood clots.

When you think of compression socks, you may picture those medical-looking garments you’ve seen at the pharmacy. But these socks, designed to stimulate blood flow and increase circulation, have a wide ...

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 ...

HOUSTON – Compression socks gently squeeze your legs to increase the pressure in the tissues beneath your skin. According to the Cleveland Clinic, that helps reduce swelling, swelling prevention and ...

A trusty pair of socks can do more than just provide a barrier between your feet and walking shoes. They wick away sweat and prevent blisters. But a specific kind can offer real health benefits: ...

After enduring years of misdiagnoses, I finally discovered that the persistent swelling, pain and disproportionate fat accumulation in my legs were due to lipedema-a chronic condition affecting ...

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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 ...

Since the dawn of the jet age, travelers have been warned about the risks of dangerous blood clots while flying. In recent years, those warnings have often been accompanied by advice to wear ...