Finding the right pair of compression socks can help improve circulation and reduce the risk of some vein-related conditions. (Vim & Vigr, Feetures) "Chronic venous insufficiency is when the valves in ...

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 ...

Kim asks: Are you supposed to wear compression socks over or under your running tights? I see people wear them over (maybe more for fashion), but I would think that would defeat the purpose? For those ...

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

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 ...

I’m a travel writer, and my recent rose was a six glorious days sipping rosé and playing with free-range pigs at Spier Wine Farm in South Africa. The thorn? The swollen ankle I had when I arrived.