You might have seen a lot of runners wearing compression socks either after runs or even during runs! So, what’s the deal with them and should you wear them too?
HOW DO THEY WORK?
Traditionally, compression socks were used in the medical field for bedridden/immobile patients who needed to improve their leg circulation and help prevent the formation of blood clots. They are basically a very strong, elastic sock usually worn up to the knee. They compress your veins and muscles so that blood is circulated through your legs via narrower channels. Blood then gets returned back to your heart faster, making it less likely to pool into your feet and cause swelling.