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Whether you’re buying compression socks at your doctor's orders, for running or working out, or just because, here are the best options in a variety of styles.

I spoke with physical therapists and compression specialists about how to find the best socks for varicose veins.

Compression socks work by applying graduated compression to your legs, which improves blood flow and reduces swelling. As a longtime gear editor and devoted runner, I’ve used them on and off for years ...

Just what the doctor ordered.

Compression socks, also known as compression stockings, are socks of various lengths that apply pressure to promote blood flow in your leg veins. They're typically tighter at the ankles and get looser ...

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They’re a game changer if you’re prone to blood clots.

Compression therapy uses controlled pressure to increase blood flow in your legs and improve blood flow to the heart. At the same time, it supports your veins and decreases swelling. Compression ...

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.