Running a single mile — at about a 10-minute pace — consists of 1,700 steps. And each one of those steps produces ground reaction forces of about two and a half times your body weight. And you know ...

If you're an athlete, a pregnant person or frequently deal with swelling or potential blood clots in your legs, you've probably heard of compression socks. These popular stockings are helpful for a ...

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If you have plantar fasciitis, you know that the pain it can cause is no joke. This common problem affects 1 in 10 people, who range in activity level from sedentary to athletic. The good news is that ...

News flash: an arguably mundane component of our wardrobe may deserve a rethink. Our socks are rarely considered for their health benefits, but high-tech compression socks are changing this landscape.

Spoiler: They can help reduce unwanted leg swelling. While it’s a completely normal occurrence to experience leg, ankle, and foot swelling on a flight, it can be pretty uncomfortable. Rather than ...

Most people think of compression socks as something that older adults wear. But when you’re pregnant — especially as you get further along — compression socks become your BFF, helping relieve painful ...