Compression Socks For Flying

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Compression Socks for Flying | Reduce the Risks of DVT If you’re travelling overseas, you will probably undertake a long-haul flight (typically, six hours or more). During that time, your ability to move around will be limited, which can affect blood circulation and lead to swelling, tingling, and discomfort in your feet, ankles, and legs. It can also lead to spider veins, varicose veins, and a potentially dangerous condition called deep vein thrombosis (DVT). DVT is a blood clot that occurs in a deep vein, most often in your leg, and symptoms of DVT include pain and swelling in your thigh or calf. Travel compression socks work by applying gentle, graduated pressure, with the strongest compression at your ankle that gradually decreases as it moves up your leg. This helps your veins work more efficiently, assisting blood flow from your feet and lower legs back to your heart. By doing so, they can reduce the risk of blood pooling in your lower extremities, a common issue during extended periods of sitting. Just like our compression socks for nurses , our compression socks for flying are designed to promote oxygen flow and healthy blood circulation. This can help reduce swelling and provide support for improved comfort, performance, and endurance. Our compression socks can also help to regulate your body temperature by keeping your feet and legs warm on chilly flights or helping to prevent overheating on warm ones. Our range of compression socks for travel includes our popular Legease compression socks , plus-size compression socks (with full-toe or open-toe options ), and thigh-high compression stockings . How do long-haul flights affect the body? On a long-haul flight, a range of things can affect your body when sitting for an extended period. They include: Your legs feel heavy: When you sit for long periods of time, blood can pool in your legs, making them feel extremely heavy. This can lead to deep vein thrombosis (DVT), where blood clots can form. Your feet and an