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Encyclopedia · 6 guides
Every compression question, answered before you buy.
Written to be quoted. Each guide answers in one sentence first, then explains, then settles the arguments people actually have. Several of them tell you to ask your clinician before you buy anything.
CS-01Compression Socks
Shop Compression Socks →- What does mmHg mean on compression socks?It is the pressure the sock is made to apply, measured at the ankle: 15-20 mmHg is everyday support, 20-30 mmHg is firm, and 30-40 mmHg is the level people usually wear on a clinician's advice.Read the guide →
- How do I measure for compression socks?Measure the narrowest part of your ankle and the widest part of your calf first thing in the morning, then match both numbers to the maker's size chart, not your shoe size.Read the guide →
- Should I wear compression socks on a long flight?Many travellers do, because hours of sitting still is when feet and ankles swell most; if you have a history of blood clots or a condition that raises your risk, ask your clinician before you fly.Read the guide →
PR-02Postpartum Recovery
Shop Postpartum Recovery →MC-03Men's Compression
Shop Men's Compression →WS-04Women's Shapewear
Shop Women's Shapewear →The questions people argue about
Is a higher mmHg always better?
No. Higher only means firmer. The right level is the lightest one that does the job for you, and firmer socks are harder to put on and less comfortable for a full day.
Should compression socks be hard to put on?
Firm ones take some effort. Turn the sock inside out to the heel, put your foot in, then roll it up. If it is painful, leaves deep marks or numbs your toes, it is the wrong size or the wrong level.
Do I need 30-40 mmHg for flying?
Usually not. That level is normally worn on a clinician's advice. Most travellers choose 15-20 or 20-30 mmHg.
Will a belly band flatten my stomach?
No. It supports and smooths while you wear it. It does not change your body composition or your shape once it comes off.
Is shapewear supposed to hurt?
No. Pain, numbness or trouble breathing means it is too small. The right size feels like a firm hug you forget about after an hour.
Will a compression shirt make me lose weight?
No. It changes how clothes sit while you wear it. Anything that promises fat loss from a garment is selling the photograph.
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