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 ...

Compression socks for travel are designed to alleviate swelling in your feet and legs, helping to keep you healthy and comfortable on long journeys. As an experienced lifestyle editor and product ...

I went into my first leg compression experience with Ublives somewhat skeptical of the benefits, and early on in my testing, I wasn’t blown away. Sure, getting a robotic leg massage was kind of cool, ...

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 ...

Seasoned travelers understand the importance of having a good pair of compression socks in their arsenal. This simple travel accessory can help keep you comfortable and pain-free on a long-haul flight ...

Really any type of exercise or activity that is very leg-dominant and tends to lead to leg soreness can be helped by wearing some compression boots,” Danny King, PT, the nati ...

Compression socks improve circulation & reduce swelling, but regular socks offer everyday comfort. Learn when to wear each type for optimal foot health. Socks are wardrobe essentials, but not all ...

Sherri Gordon, CLC is a certified professional life coach, author, and journalist covering health and wellness, social issues, parenting, and mental health. She also has a certificate of completion ...

Look around the start line of any marathon, and you’ll see them—tight, tall socks, often in bright colors and fun patterns, that squeeze runners’ calves. And you might have even noticed compression ...