Compression Stockings: Sport and Everyday

Compression stockings apply targeted pressure to legs, promoting blood return to the heart. In sports: supports recovery. In everyday life: helps with vein issues and long standing/sitting.
How Compression Works
Pressure strongest at ankle, decreasing upward (graduated compression).
In Sports
Running: may reduce muscle vibration. Best evidence: 12-24h post-training recovery.
In Everyday Life
Standing jobs: 8+ hours. Flights: 4+ hours. Pregnancy: on medical advice.
Compression vs Normal Socks
Normal socks have no measurable pressure. For real compression: certified stockings (Class 1-4).
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