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 ...

For years, doctors have been warning us of the dangers of a sedentary lifestyle. Sitting and standing for extended periods of time can lead to circulation issues down the road, especially as we get ...

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 ...

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Dear Dr. Roach: Would you please address how to use compression socks? I sit most of the day, so wearing the socks helps my legs to feel less heavy and tired by the end of the day. Are there people ...

Jasmine Marcus, DPT, is a physical therapist in New York. From runners and triathletes to soccer players and everyday gym-goers alike, many athletes have taken up wearing compression socks during or ...

Compression socks and other garments promise to improve athletic performance. A new meta-analysis evaluates the evidence for whether they really do. What to know: A newly published article in Sports ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I have chronic venous insufficiency. My doctor tells me there is nothing for it but compression socks, and I cannot put them on. -- S.G. ANSWER: Chronic venous insufficiency is a ...

Original Medicare does not cover compression socks or stockings as durable medical equipment (DME), except for specific conditions such as lymphedema or chronic venous insufficiency in the legs. For ...