Women's compression running socks

How Do Compression Socks Work?

Compression socks are tight-fitting socks that come up just below the knee. They apply the most pressure around the ankles, which gradually decreases towards the knee. This helps pump the blood towards the heart and stimulates blood circulation. The main benefits are that more oxygen-rich blood flows into the muscles, and waste products are quickly pumped out, which delays muscle fatigue. Additionally, compression socks reduce the number of muscle vibrations in the lower legs, lowering the strain on the muscles and preventing quicker onset of lactic acid buildup.

Compression Socks vs. Compression Sleeves

If you want to experience the benefits of compression socks but find them too tight around your feet, you can opt for compression sleeves! A compression sleeve is a tight-fitting sleeve that you wear around your lower legs. These sleeves are soft and feel like a second skin. Just like compression socks, compression sleeves provide many benefits: they stimulate blood circulation and provide extra support to the lower legs, working preventively against strain and cramping.