Why Compression Socks May Be for You
Compression socks have many different uses with everything from the everyday to helping you improve chronic pain. They’ve come a long way from their infancy, from the notable invention of graduated compression socks in the 80’s to the wide range of styles found today. All this has led to compression socks becoming a household staple for people at every stage of life. Find out if they’re a fit for you below!
What Makes Compression Socks Different?
Compression socks are built to wrap snuggly around your legs, offering soothing pressure and relief. This allows them to boost circulation, reduce swelling, alleviate pain, and even help prevent blood clots.
Are Compression Socks for You?
People from all walks of life and with varying needs find compression socks useful. Here’s the most common ways you can benefit from compression socks:
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People Who Work on Their Feet
Ever felt like there’s extra weight in your legs and feet at the end of a long shift? If so, compression socks can offer relief by improving circulation and reducing swelling - that way your feet can feel more energized after your shift. -
Office Workers
Sitting all day may sound like a dream, but many office workers know that it can lead to poor circulation and leg fatigue. Compression socks support circulation and help your sore legs and feet feel like new even after spending all day at your desk. -
Frequent Travelers
If you’re taking a long flight, car, or train ride, that can put a lot of pressure on your legs and feet. Many frequent travelers know that compression socks can help reduce swelling and improve circulation. This takes the pressure off your stiff legs and helps them feel more refreshed after a long journey. -
Athletes and Sports Enthusiasts
Post-workout soreness is another common way compression socks can take the pressure off. By improving circulation, they can help reduce leg and feet fatigue, making you feel more energized. That means you're spending less time on recovery and more time back in the zone. -
Pregnancy
Compression socks help expectant parents manage swelling in their legs and feet. They can also improve their circulation. This makes them a crucial piece to a pregnancy care package. -
Medical Conditions and Post-Surgery Recovery
The most well-known use for compression socks is their help with both acute and chronic illnesses like varicose veins, diabetic relief, deep vein thrombosis, and edema. They do this by improving blood flow, helping prevent blood clots, and reducing swelling. They can also help with post-surgery recovery for the same reasons.
How to Put on Compression Socks
Since compression socks work a little differently than regular socks, they have their own technique for putting them on, ensuring that you get the best coverage and no bunching occurs. Find out how with this quick video:
Sockwell – Feel Better in Style
If you think compression socks are a good fit, we know just where to look! At Shoe Mill, we offer a range of compression socks, with Sockwell having high quality options for stylish support.
Sockwell offers our widest selection of compression socks, from light compression crew cut socks to more intense over-the-knee lengths, and everything in between. They stand out with their special fiber blend, including merino wool, which offers an added softness and breathability to their socks.
Wool blends like Sockwell’s help regulate temperature, keeping their socks cool in summer and warm in winter. They also help keep socks dry and smelling fresh, something fully synthetic socks cannot do.
For the conscientious consumer, Sockwell’s merino wool comes from ethically and environmentally raised sheep in the United States.
And as always, all Sockwell socks come in a range of colorful, stylish prints. Sockwell provides all the function you need with the style you want.
Compression socks are built to handle all the things life throws at your feet, and at Shoe Mill, we want to provide you with the best selection possible to meet those needs.
