"The goal of a compression sock for plantar fasciitis is to provide better support for the arch of the foot," Richard H.

From gentle movements while exercising to vigorous activities and more, compression socks are believed to support physical ...

Not all running compression socks have gradient compression—many of them apply a more even level of pressure around the lower leg. And most aren’t designed to be as firm as medical-grade models, so if ...

I’d worn compression knee-high socks on long flights (I like the ones from Bombas) for most of my 30s, but this was the first ...

One of the most apparent signs of high blood pressure at night can be swelling in the feet. Edema, or fluid retention, tends to arise when blood pressure spikes. Elevated pressure in blood vessels can ...

Prevention is key when it comes to cold feet, and quality warm socks are not optional when you plan to be outdoors for extended periods in colder weather. Your activity, climate, and footwear all ...

A woman has been detained for stripping down to her underwear outside an Iranian university campus, in protest of the ...

Cortisol is an important hormone produced by your body to regulate stress response, blood pressure, blood sugar, inflammation ...

One of the biggest surprises I ran across when I started hiking every weekend was how darn important the best hiking socks are in a well-rounded kit of hiking gear. I made all the mistakes that ...

The importance of measuring interface pressure and stiffness to characterize the elastic properties of materials has been stressed with regard to elastic stockings and elastic bandages.

These socks are airy and breathable—two characteristics that won’t help when the streets are blanketed with several inches of snow. Instead, opt for wool and wool blends. Merino wool is ...

From an e-toothbrush that self-disinfects and an airline where your bike flies free, to smart socks and a genius trick for ...