The socks are tighter around the ankles and lower calves to exert a gentle pressure. Lots of athletes wear compression socks.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Compression therapy, in which pressure is applied to certain areas of the body, has been proven to help with specific medical issues and is relatively easy to use. "Compression for lower extremities ...

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 ...