Q: My job requires a lot of travel, including long-haul flights. My mom says that I need to start wearing compression socks so I do not get a blood clot. I’m 27, not overweight and in good health.

People wearing compression stockings on long-haul flights may have one tenth the risk of developing a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) compared to those who do not wear compression stockings. People wearing ...

They are one of the more recent additions to my carry-on bags and are invaluable, especially on long-haul flights.

If you're taking a long flight, don't forget to pack some compression socks. Andrew Merry via Getty Images These days, there are countless air travel products on the market, from space-maximizing ...

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Compression socks improve circulation & reduce swelling, but regular socks offer everyday comfort. Learn when to wear each type for optimal foot health. Socks are wardrobe essentials, but not all ...

Stockholm, Sweden - A new randomized trial shows no benefit from the use of thigh-length graduated compression stockings (GCS) to prevent proximal deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in patients immobilized by ...

Dear Doctors: My job requires a lot of travel, including long-haul flights. My mom says that I need to start wearing compression socks so I do not get a blood clot. I’m 27, not overweight and in good ...