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The Complete Guide to Compression Socks for Athletes & Sports Enthusiasts

Athletes of all levels have been exploring wearing sports compression socks and embracing the benefits for several years, and it’s easy to see why. Wearing compression socks can come with several benefits in various situations such as long-distance travel, demanding jobs, injury recovery and more. We’ve already written about people in different industries who would […]

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The Complete Guide to Compression Stockings for Hospital Patients

Suppose you have a long-term condition, reduced mobility or are recovering from an injury or surgery. In that case, medical-grade compression socks and compression stockings can form a useful part of your recovery. Much like sitting in a cramped plane or at a desk all day, those who are bed-bound or struggle for movement can […]

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Compression Socks & Stockings: Everything You Need To Know

Compression socks and compression stockings are not just for the elderly or infirm, they can be worn by people of all ages, of all professions, and from any walk of life to help improve circulation, reduce swelling and discomfort, and help prevent conditions like DVT and varicose veins. This guide will explore everything you need […]

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Pregnancy and Swelling: Tips For Reducing Maternity Swelling and Pain

Pregnancy can bring a raft of changes and challenges to your body that can become uncomfortable, especially during the later stages. However, you can do plenty of things at home to reduce maternity swelling, pain and discomfort. In this blog post, we will explore how pregnancy can cause swelling and what you can do to […]

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7 Types of People Who Would Benefit from Compression Socks

Compression socks can be worn by a wide range of people, for several different reasons. Whether you’re a medical professional or manual worker who spends all day on their feet, an office worker stuck behind a desk, or even expecting a child, there are plenty of positives to be had. In this article, we’re going […]

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What are medical-grade compression socks?

You may have heard the term ‘medical-grade compression socks’ and wonder how they differ from the types of compression socks you see on the shelf of your local Boots or Superdrug, or for sale in the airport departures building. Well, in terms of how they work and what they do, there isn’t much difference. All […]

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Bamboo or cotton? What makes the best compression socks?

Compression socks can make an enormous difference to the day-to-day comfort of the wearer. Whether you’re a doctor or nurse spending all day on your feet, a frequent flyer cramped in an economy seat for hours on end, or are recovering from an operation, the benefits of wearing compression socks are well-known. However, in a […]

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Not Just Nurses: What Other Professions Would Benefit From Wearing Compression Socks?

It’s well known that medical professionals can benefit from wearing compression socks. But the truth is, the benefits of compression socks extend far beyond the medical field, and it’s not just doctors and nurses who spend a lot of time on their feet and moving around. Whether you’re a tireless teacher, a busy delivery driver, […]

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DOMS and Aches After Exercise: What Can You Do to Help It?

Anybody who’s undertaken a tough gym session, run a marathon, played sport or has undertaken a difficult hike will be all too aware of that familiar feeling of post-workout muscle fatigue. Although it’s testament to your hard work, it can be at best painful, and at worst hinder your performance and recovery.  Sometimes that ‘fatigue’ […]

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