They’re often recommended for people with vein-related conditions, but they can be useful in other situations, too.

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Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition that occurs when blood clots form in veins deep inside your body. These clots can occur anywhere in the body. However, this condition often affects the lower ...

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.

Do you need to wear compression socks on flights? Doctors explain how compression stockings work, the potential benefits, and who should wear them. If you fly often, chances are you've heard about ...

Have a long flight coming up? Or a long shift where you're on your feet all day? Maybe you're training for a 5k or a marathon. Either way, you may benefit from using compression socks. While ...

AbstractVOL: 101, ISSUE: 21, PAGE NO: 32Ann Dilks, DIP, COT, is senior occupational therapist, Derbyshire Equipment Advisory Service;Judy Green, DIP, COT is senior ...

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Graduated compression stockings exert the greatest degree of compression at the ankle, and the level of compression gradually decreases up the garment They are often used to treat chronic venous ...