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2. 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]

3. Hosiery - Wikipedia

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   Modern hosiery is usually tight-fitting by virtue of stretchy fabrics and meshes. Older forms include binding to achieve a tight fit. Due to its close fit, most hosiery can be worn as an undergarment, but it is more commonly worn as a combined under/outer garment. [4] Hosiery garments are the product of hosiery fabric produced from hosiery yarn.

4. 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.

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

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   Most over-the-counter socks only provide mild or moderate compression. Medical grade compression socks start around 20-30 mmHg and require a prescription, says Churchwell.

6. What Are Compression Boots? And Why Do You Need Them? - AOL

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   Compression boots encourage recovery by enhancing blood flow and circulation. These are the 5 best models on the market, from Hyperice to Therabody.

7. Podiatrists say compression socks can ease foot pain - AOL

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   Compression socks. "We use these regularly for our patients with plantar fasciitis," said Melissa Lockwood, DPM, a podiatrist at Heartland Foot and Ankle Associates in Bloomington, Ill.