Do these socks help with leg aches?
1736712
yes. once i started wearing them i no longer felt the achy leg pain at the end of a 12hr shift on my feet!! i notice how tired my legs feel when i don't wear them.
1736713
Sorry, I don't know since my legs don't ache. I bought them for airline travel to avoid blood clots.
1736714
I have poor circulation and in the hot weather, my ankles swell. The sock seems to help the circulation as my legs are not as tired and they help keep the swelling down. At this price they are certainly worth a try. They surely cannot hurt. Hope this helps.
1736715
This info is from www.docortho .com PRESSURE DESCRIPTION INDICATIONS Less than 15 mm Hg Light Support Preventative support Relief from long periods of standing or sitting Relief from tired, aching legs Mild ankle and foot swelling Mild spider and varicose veins Muscle cramps 15-20 mm Hg Light Support Moderate Support Preventative support Relief from long periods of standing or sitting Relief from chronic tired, aching legs Mild ankle and foot swelling Mild varicosities without edema Muscle cramps 20 - 30 mm Hg Moderate Support Relief of heaviness and fatigued legs Relief from chronic aching legs; ankle and foot swelling Relief from varicosities without significant edema Post Sclerotherapy The lower compression ranges (less than 20 mm Hg) are preventative and can be worn by anyone wanting healthy, great feeling and looking legs. Today incredibly sheer, lightweight and fashionable products are available in the lower compressions. These preventative products can have dramatic benefits to individuals who stand or sit for long periods of time or have any risk factors, making them predisposed to venous disorders. One potentially at-risk group are frequent air travelers, especially those passengers on long flights in coach class seating. Ladies and men socks are now available to accommodate this group. Since the stocking purpose is to increase circulation in your legs, I would think they would help with legs aches and cramps
1736716
Cant tell you if they do my wife just have swelling from being on her legs for 12 hrs they help her
1736717
I think they would help. That's one of the reasons I wear these kind of support stockings. I spend a lot of time sitting and wearing these stockings keeps my legs and ankles from swelling which, for me, is the main cause of leg aches.
1736718
Yes. I just used them on a 16 hour flight and my legs did not ache at all. I highly recommend these socks for flying more than 2 hours. They wash up nice too!
1055099
has anyone tried these to help heal/prevent pressure sores in bedridden people?
869085
I replaced the originals with these to help two very sore medial heel problems. They did help and I purchased another pair! Hope this helps.
1961000
I think so. I am registered nurse and I am on my feet while working. I was also pregnant. These sock helped with fatigue and swelling.
527958
No, not at all. The difference is the Merino wool. I do not wear anything wool because of the scratchy/itchy feeling. I have no problem with these on my legs.
1328159
In that case, I wouldn't think this would work. This just provides relief in shoes that feel bad for your feet. Combined with the other treatments, I think these will work. But if you are looking for a magical elixir, these are not it. So I would buy again. These will make your feet feel better but probably won't "cure" your problem. Good luck.
106368
No. I have these socks for over three months. I usually go to the gym 5 to 6 times a week. These socks are the best, so far...
75991
I don't know personally...but my wife has cold feet all the time and when she wears these she does not! She has been very happy with these socks.
272239
Yes. Make sure you wear socks that come up high, otherwise you'll get a blister on your leg.
880112
No, these are thermal socks. They are used to keep your feet warm in cold climates.
1889213
my son plays baseball and was complaning of aching - he really likes the feel of these and they have helped him. They do not keep their firmness as well as true medical compression stockings. These are tight on his legs and the cotton makes them comfortable. He loves them. They also wash well. I think they would work well for a flight to ease swelling, but are definately not as stiff and constrictive as real medical stockings. hope this helps
452612
I'm not sure. They aren't cushioned at all. But, if you have a Morton's Neuroma they could be helpful.
1618103
They do not look like medical socks and are not too tight. They are extremely comfortable and make good everyday or gym socks. I believe they are called diabetic socks, since they don't have any seams that might cut off circulation for someone who has diabetes.
661911
ly to Louis's question, my husband says these socks are not compression socks. Rather they are extremely comfortable and feather light. Teri V.
614233
YES.I bought them for my mother because she was having so much swelling in her feet and legs. The fit nicely and had a bit of stretch. The also provided some traction for her. She said they were comfortable.
238228
I bought these for my teenage son who doesn't have large calves per say, but I did check socks to answer your question, and they are quite stretchy. So I would think that they would work for you.
1777902
I am not a MD but I don't see why no. Any compression stockings that are comfortable will work. just be sure they are not to tight at the top that they cut off the circulation. just like any other sock.