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 ...

After enduring years of misdiagnoses, I finally discovered that the persistent swelling, pain and disproportionate fat accumulation in my legs were due to lipedema—a chronic condition affecting ...

You might have heard about compression socks from a friend, family member or even the TV, and thought “that sounds like a gimmicky product”. Instead, though, compression socks are some of the most ...

Basketball players, runners, weight lifters, and everyday gym-goers are always looking for an extra edge, and they think compression gear might be just the thing. By squeezing yourself into these ...

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 ...

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 ...

Running a single mile — at about a 10-minute pace — consists of 1,700 steps. And each one of those steps produces ground reaction forces of about two and a half times your body weight. And you know ...

Legs and feet that are swollen after a long flight are uncomfortable, but not uncommon. When you spend a lot of time in a confined space and are unable to move around much, the veins in your legs have ...