It’s no secret that tons of runners love compression socks — including the one writing this article. As someone who’s struggled with calf pain and soreness in the past, I’ve found that compression ...

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

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When you take a long-haul flight or spend your whole shift standing, you may notice swollen ankles and ...

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 ...

Compression socks are a standard treatment for certain health conditions, such as chronic venous insufficiency, varicose veins and edema in the legs. They are also used to prevent formation of blood ...

For patients with chronic leg edema and recurrent cellulitis, risk for future cellulitis is reduced by 77% by wearing compression stockings or wraps, researchers report. The effect was so striking ...

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I’ve been sidelined by enough injuries as a runner to learn the value of proper recovery. But while stretching and foam rolling have their place in helping me bounce back after a hard workout, ...

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. Dear S.G.: Chronic venous insufficiency is a ...

AIROS® Medical, Inc., a medical technology manufacturer specializing in compression therapy systems that treat peripheral vascular disorders, today announced the launch of the U.S. Food and Drug ...

A pair of well-fitted compression shorts not only provides runners with snug comfort and less chafing—they can actually improve your performance. Studies have shown that compression apparel can help ...