A little squeeze to your foot, ankle, and calves can go a long way Written By Written by Contributor, Buy Side Rachel Chang is a contributor to Buy Side and lifestyle expert specializing in travel.

Running a single mile — at about a 10-minute pace — consists of 1,700 steps. And each one of those steps produces ground reaction forces of about two and a half times your body weight. And you know ...

Sherri Gordon, CLC is a certified professional life coach, author, and journalist covering health and wellness, social issues, parenting, and mental health. She also has a certificate of completion ...

Amazon’s Charmking compression socks are one frequent flier’s favorite travel essential for preventing painful, swollen feet ...

Whether you struggle with swelling, foot fatigue, or plantar fasciitis, these doctor-recommended compression socks can help. Loren Brutsch is a writer and editor for Health.com. She has a master's in ...

Do you need to wear compression socks on flights? Doctors explain how compression stockings work, the potential benefits, and who should wear them. If you fly often, chances are you've heard about ...

Diabetic socks refer to looser-fitting socks that prevent skin irritation and protect the feet. They are different than compression socks, which are generally tight-fitting and aim to prevent swelling ...

In most cases, a doctor will recommend removing compression socks before going to bed. But they may advise wearing them overnight if you have venous ulcers or are recovering from venous surgery.

You’re not imagining it — your legs start to feel heavy, swollen and tired after sitting or standing for a while. If you don’t move around every 60 to 90 minutes, fluid starts to build up in your ...