If you suffer from varicose veins, compression socks help reduce the symptoms of painful varicose veins. Compression stockings are specialized socks that can be worn from the foot to the knee or thigh. In some cases, they come in the form of tights that reach up to the waist. They also come as "sleeves", footless socks that stretch from the ankle to the knee. These specialized stockings have a gradient of pressure (tighter in the foot and gradually less so toward the knees or thighs.) When worn properly, these stockings reduce swelling in the feet and also improve venous circulation in the legs. Compression socks use a specialized weave of strong elastic to create pressure on the muscles in the legs, ankles and feet. This compression on surface veins forces blood out of the veins in the legs and back to the heart. This helps your legs feel lighter, and reduces pain and discomfort related to underlying vein disease. Compression socks are designed to apply more pressure in the ankle and foot and gradually decrease the pressure applied up the leg. This encourages the natural return of blood to the heart. Compression socks are recommended for people who travel abroad, not just the elderly but people who have a pre-existing problem with their legs like edema. Wearing compression socks during long flights will help your legs have proper blood circulation. While movement is constrained during long flights, your compression socks will work for you. Less movement during travel can lead to swollen feet and ankles, and other leg pains. Because this type of condition is common it has been coined “Economy Class Syndrome”. A pair of breathable socks might be even helpful for people with insomnia. Many socks factory and socks distributors can even customize socks according to your requirements. Next time when you travel with flight, don’t forget to wear the compression socks and enjoy a relaxing trip.
