Posts Tagged ‘compression socks’
How Compression Socks Fit Into R.I.C.E.
We all need to exercise, but with exercise and athletic activity inevitably come injury. Doctors and physical therapists recommend a recovery regimen generally referred to as R.I.C.E. to help athletes and ordinary folks heal after injuries from exercise and strenuous athletics. Compression socks can play an important role in the R.I.C.E. process to help heal [...]
Read more »Product Spotlight: Sigvaris Select Comfort
No matter the reason you wear compression hosiery, no matter your style, no matter your size or range of motion, the Sigvaris Select Comfort 860 series offers comfortable, fashionable and effective compression socks and stockings for everyday wear. Let’s look at the benefits of Sigvaris compression stockings. Effective Levels of Compression Sigvaris support stockings are [...]
Read more »How Compression Stockings Can Benefit Cyclists
Most cyclists can tell you the two biggest benefits of cycling: It saves money on transportation, and it gives you a workout at the same time. These days, cyclists of all skill levels are getting even more out of their rides by using compression socks. Studies have shown improved cycling performance just by wearing compression [...]
Read more »Lymphedema: How Compression Stockings Help
Lymphedema (also known as lymphatic obstruction) is something you may have never heard of, unless you or a loved one suffers from it. While there is currently no cure, compression socks or stockings can be an important part of a patient’s game plan for managing painful swelling. Lymphedema is a condition of the lymphatic system [...]
Read more »Compression Socks and Cold Weather Sports
The skiing season is upon us, and football season is in full swing. As the weather gets colder, it’s a good idea for all of you athletes and outdoor enthusiasts to put some extra thought into what you wear for games, practices and ski runs so you will be comfortable and warm all day while [...]
Read more »3 Ways Compression Socks Improve a Football Player’s Game
Football season is in full swing across the nation. As football players of all levels compete for titles and bowl game exposure, many will wear sports compression socks on the field to help improve their game. Here’s a look at three ways football players can benefit from wearing compression socks: 1. Wearing sports compression socks [...]
Read more »Product Spotlight: Sigvaris Athletic Recovery
An increasing body of medical research shows compression socks can be instrumental in helping athletes recover from intense workouts. As more athletes have caught on to the benefits of wearing knee high compression stockings both during and after exercise, a new line of Sigvaris compression stockings has been developed to meet this growing need. Sigvaris [...]
Read more »Compression Stockings and Diabetes
Nearly a tenth of the U.S. population has diabetes, and many more are on track for developing it. As diabetes increasingly becomes a national health problem, more products are being created to help diabetics deal with the side effects of their disease. One example is compression socks for diabetics. A study by researchers Carol B. [...]
Read more »Compression Socks: Important Terms to Know
If you are new to compression socks or stockings, you’ll most likely run across some unfamiliar terminology while shopping for them. In order to assist you in your quest for the right compression stockings or socks, the following is a look at some of the terms you may need to know. Compression stockings, socks, or [...]
Read more »Compression Stocking Dos and Don’ts
Doctors recommend wearing compression stockings for a variety of medical problems. In general, compression socks compress your legs, increasing blood circulation back to the heart. If your doctor has recommended that you begin wearing compression socks, it’s important that you understand how to put them on and care for them properly. Here are some important [...]
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