Compression socks help improve blood flow and reduce swelling in the feet and ankles. Here’s everything to know to decide if ...

Compression socks have long been used for patients with circulatory ailments and athletes to help avoid leg cramps and fluid buildup while reducing recovery time and the risk of blood clots.

The benefit of wearing compression socks is to either reduce swelling or improve venous return (blood circulation),” Dr. Bethany Tennant, a licensed naturopathic physician and certified nutrition ...