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2. Sleeping with socks on is either toasty or torture, depending ...

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   Some people find sleeping in socks cozy and soothing, while others like the warmth socks provide in the winter but find them intolerable during the summer. Still others hate the idea of wearing ...

3. Should you wear compression socks on flights? Experts ... - AOL

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   Compression socks benefits. Wearing compression stockings on flights may help: Improve circulation. Lower the risk of blood clots. Reduce swelling. Lower inflammation. Reduce muscle fatigue ...

4. Compression stockings - Wikipedia

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   Compression stockings are constructed using elastic fibers or rubber. These fibers help compress the limb, aiding in circulation. Compression stockings are offered in different levels of compression. The unit of measure used to classify the pressure of the stockings is mmHg. They are often sold in a variety of pressure ranges. [citation needed]

5. Orthostatic hypotension - Wikipedia

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   Various measures can be used to improve the return of blood to the heart; the wearing of compression stockings and exercises ("physical counterpressure maneuvers" or PCMs) can be undertaken just before standing up (e.g., leg crossing and squatting), as muscular contraction helps return blood from the legs to the upper body.

6. Compression garment - Wikipedia

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   A bellyband, wrap, or abdominal binder is a compression garment which resembles a tubetop but worn over the abdomen of expectant mothers. [2] Bellybands are also commonly worn post-childbirth to help provide abdominal and back support thereby making it easier to perform day to day tasks, and to help mothers with their posture.

7. How compression socks promote better circulation - AOL

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   Bombas’ knee-high cotton compression socks are designed with extra durable yarn, which the brand says makes them more resistant to constant wear. The socks have a y-stitched heel to create a cup ...