{"title":"Compression Socks for Men and Women","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Are Compression Socks?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCompression socks are specialized, stretchy socks that apply pressure to your legs and ankles. They help improve your blood flow and decrease pain and swelling in your legs. They apply pressure to the legs to reduce the extra fluid, reduce inflammation, and eventually improve blood flow to the heart through veins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWearing Compression socks also helps:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eImprove blood circulation problems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePrevent Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) (blood clot) medical condition, primarily after surgery or injury\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAching and heavy feeling in legs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMinimize blood clot complications in legs, like post-phlebitic syndrome (swelling and pain in legs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople also wear compression stocks to perform better in sports, comfort and avoid serious medical issues.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHow Do Compression Socks Work?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompression socks gently squeeze legs a bit more than regular socks, by which the pressure in tissues beneath the skin increases. It decreases excess fluid leakage from capillaries and increases the absorption of tissue fluid resulting in reduced swelling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey also minimize the expansion of superficial veins’ ability to fill with blood and prevent it from flowing backward, causing congestion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompression socks also aid in blood flow when sitting for a long time during travel. The reduced movement and weaker circulation may cause blood retention in the legs, leading to clots. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough the threat of clots isn’t high, you may notice some discomfort and swelling taking place on a long journey. Compression socks help keep the circulation going and minimize these symptoms.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBenefits of Using Compression Socks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompression socks can benefit you in many ways. They\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBoost blood circulation in your legs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eReduce swelling\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSupport veins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eReduce orthostatic hypotension, which causes dizziness or lightheadedness while standing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePrevent blood pooling in your veins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLessen the pain caused by varicose veins(swollen and enlarged veins)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePrevent the development of deep vein thrombosis in the legs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eImprove lymphatic drainage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eReverse venous hypertension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-1631cd9d-7fff-0bc7-eb4f-db36d662ac21\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Should Use Compression Socks?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePeople who underwent surgery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePeople who are at risk or with circulation problems, like varicose veins, DVT, diabetes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAthletes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBed-ridden patients or those who have a hard time moving their legs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePregnant women\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePeople who stand all day at work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePeople who spend a long time sitting, during a journey, or on airplanes, like pilots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eTypes of Compression Socks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComes in various lengths, these compression socks or stockings are available in two types:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGraduated \u0026amp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAnti-embolism socks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGraduated compression stockings are the most common type used by people. These socks are tight around the ankle and get looser going higher on the legs. They are available in a range of compression tightness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnti-embolism socks are excellent for a specific purpose like maintaining circulation and preventing blood clots for patients confined to bed after surgery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey come in different sizes, from knee-high to the top of the thigh\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePressures (from light to strong pressures) \u0026amp; color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou must consult with your doctor about which compression socks  will work best for you. Besides, you can get separate compression socks for men and compression socks for women.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Wear Compression Socks \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-fb736cc6-7fff-53e6-beca-9abd20eecff4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProperly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear the stockings the first thing in the morning before you get out of your bed. The swelling on your legs will be less early in the morning.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo put on it,\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHold the top of the compression socks and roll them down to the heel.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePut your foot into the socks as far as you can and your heel in the heel of the compression stocking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePull the socks up and unroll them over your leg.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSmooth out any wrinkles after pulling the socks over the top of your leg.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDo not let the compression socks bunch up or wrinkle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe knee-length compression stockings should come to 2 fingers below the knee bend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNote that the socks should feel strong around your legs. You should feel more pressure around your ankles and less sliding up your legs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHere are some quick tips to help you put on the socks easily.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply moisturizer\/lotion on your legs before you put on the stockings. But make sure you let it dry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUse a little cornstarch or baby powder on your legs. It may help the compression socks slide up.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWear rubber dishwashing gloves to adjust the stockings and make them even.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUse a stocking donner to roll it over your foot. You can get a doner at a medical store or online.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMaintaining your compression socks clean is also significant to avoid infections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWash your compression socks every day. You can use water and mild soap. Rinse and then air dry them properly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt is good to have two pairs of stockings to use them alternatively.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eReplace your compression socks every 3 to 6 months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you feel uncomfortable wearing your stockings, call your practitioner. Check if you have to use a different kind of stocking that will work best for you. Don’t stop wearing them without talking to your doctor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-5174cb54-7fff-2211-0a3f-25ff23599b41\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuy Compression Socks Online (Men \u0026amp; Women)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy Compression Socks online at Bison Life. We have a good collection of Medical and Circulation Compression Socks in different lengths, colors, and strengths. Also, find the Best Compression Socks for Men and women here. Get the best compression socks based on your requirement to reduce or prevent your medical conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2518\/0848\/collections\/9.png?v=1765865695","url":"https:\/\/bison-life.myshopify.com\/collections\/compression-socks.oembed","provider":"Bison Life - Old","version":"1.0","type":"link"}