Original Medicare does not cover compression socks or stockings as durable medical equipment (DME), except for specific conditions such as lymphedema or chronic venous insufficiency in the legs. For ...

Compression socks can help to prevent the backup of blood flow that can cause varicose veins in the legs. On today Health Minute, vascular surgeon Dr. Claire Griffin talks about what doctors recommend ...

Vein-related problems are becoming one of the more common chronic conditions in the United States. About 40 percent of the US population may be affected by chronic venous insufficiency, a condition ...

PITTSBURGH, April 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a much easier way to take off compression socks without bending over," said an inventor, from Morristown¸ Tenn., "so I invented the ...

Compression stockings come with different pressures to help improve blood flow. Custom ones aren’t typically covered by Original Medicare except to treat specific conditions. Some Medicare Advantage ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: Would you please address how to use compression socks? I sit most of the day, so wearing the socks helps my legs to feel less heavy and tired by the end of the day. Are there people ...

Compression therapy, in which pressure is applied to certain areas of the body, has been proven to help with specific medical issues and is relatively easy to use. "Compression for lower extremities ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A trusty pair of socks can do more than just provide a barrier between your feet and walking shoes. They ...

A varicose vein is a highly visible vein located just beneath the surface of the skin. Compression stockings may help varicose veins by reducing their appearance and helping relieve painful symptoms ...

Q: Would you please address how to use compression socks? I sit most of the day, so wearing the socks helps my legs to feel less heavy and tired by the end of the day. Are there people who should not ...