Seasoned travelers understand the importance of having a good pair of compression socks in their arsenal. This simple travel accessory can help keep you comfortable and pain-free on a long-haul flight ...

Running a single mile — at about a 10-minute pace — consists of 1,700 steps. And each one of those steps produces ground reaction forces of about two and a half times your body weight. And you know ...

News flash: an arguably mundane component of our wardrobe may deserve a rethink. Our socks are rarely considered for their health benefits, but high-tech compression socks are changing this landscape.

Compression socks are a deceptively simple accessory with a myriad of recovery benefits for runners, travellers, and people who spend all day on their feet. The right style of compression socks can ...

Diabetic socks refer to looser-fitting socks that prevent skin irritation and protect the feet. They are different than compression socks, which are generally tight-fitting and aim to prevent swelling ...

Millennial and Gen Z shoppers are becoming obsessed with compression socks. The product has historically been recommended to people with mobility issues to increase blood flow. New stylish versions of ...

In most cases, a doctor will recommend removing compression socks before going to bed. But they may advise wearing them overnight if you have venous ulcers or are recovering from venous surgery.

Compression socks can help support healthy circulation in many people. But when used incorrectly, they can cause side effects, including cutting off circulation and skin irritation. Compression socks ...

Sherri Gordon, CLC is a certified professional life coach, author, and journalist covering health and wellness, social issues, parenting, and mental health. She also has a certificate of completion ...