Vitalsox Compression Socks

Excellent compression hose . . . very durable, "fashionable" look, with a variety of colors available. I own a minimum of 4 pairs. Will show the viewers a trick about getting these on in about half the time. Now I've had these socks for quite some time. And, I have compared them to others that I've purchased. Bar none, these are the best for me. Why?1. Smooth lining;2. Variety of colors;3. Durable;4. Relatively inexpensive for a quality product.Use a sock assist device that can be purchased through Amazon; there are a number of varieties. The trick with the compression hose is to get the foot in position. Once that is accomplished using the assist device, it is MUCH easier to ease them into position.

I've worn these several times during runs at the gym and once on a 5k race. They feel great on the legs--very snug, but not uncomfortably so. I haven't really noticed a difference in performance during my runs or after, during recovery, but I suppose I'm doing the right thing by wearing these. A side benefit of getting these is I'm going to start wearing them on long international flights, to help prevent DVT. It certainly can't hurt by wearing them. I'm not sure I would sleep in these as I don't see one can get comfortable wearing these to bed, as the are quite snug. I've washed these in cold water and they have not shrunk. I've had no problems getting them on or off. It takes a little extra time to get them on, because they are so snug, but I don't find it difficult to get them on or off for that matter.

Great compression socks. Nice padding on the bottom of the socks. Yeah, they seem to be worth the money. Time will tell. Nice colors. You will learn the tricks to putting compression socks on. Clip your fingernails 😸Here's the thing....as you start to wear them it becomes obvious just how well engineered these Sox really are. I would buy them again. It's a good idea to turn these Sox inside out every other wash to wash out the dried skin cells and such. Water doesn't move through like conventional Sox.

First, congratulations on going for a long sock instead of buying those dorky calf sleeves! Sure, your friends may rib you about your new knee-highs and ask if they came with a plaid skirt, but anything is better than calf sleeves--those are in league with those humiliating lampshade collars they make dogs wear to keep them from chewing themselves. Friends don't let friends wear calf sleeves!Here's the skinny:--Good compression all the way through. I don't know the Hg rating but they give consistent support from toe to calf.--Comfortable material and construction. No stitches in a place where they'll rub.--Unlike most of its competitors, doesn't have a specific Right and Left sock. I don't mind that.--I bought them for 10-mile training runs and they definitely make a difference for my ankles which are my weak spot. Redheads are my weak spot too but it's soon to tell if they will help me with those.--Buy by the foot size, not the calf size. I wear an 11.5 men's shoe but have skinny legs and these large size socks fit comfortably. The material stretches so this size probably would be comfortable for people in the men's size 10-13 range and any circumference of calf.--These run all the way up to the knee unless you have really long legs--and even then they'll cover your calves. Unless you are nine feet tall. In that case you are a Sasquatch and probably don't need socks.--The blue and green pattern is cool.--I will probably be buying another pair.--I'd give them five stars but I don't like spending more than $10 for a pair of socks. I'm just old fashioned that way (i.e., I'm a cheap SOB). But certainly a quality option to the expensive CEP brand that the running stores push.

I am a male senior citizen and recently I was told by my doctor that I needed to start wearing compression support socks/stockings. I knew nothing about them as far as quality and fit so I decided to do my own tests on different brands. The test included price, value, fit, and quality. I purchased 10 different pair of support socks/stockings. In my test VITALSOX was the best fitting, the best quality, and the best value of all the socks tested. I will not name the other brands in this review but most were purchased from Amazon. Some were very good but they could not match VITALSOX. VITALSOX was the most comfortable of all of the socks tested.

These socks are wonderful for recovery after running. I have large calves, so I require the large size. My feet are a women's size 9.Even though the sock portion is too big for me, the compression on my calves is a lifesaver after running. I've worn them for running also, but have found that I prefer to wear compression sleeves while running, so I can wear my good smart wool running socks.These are a great addition to my running gear wardrobe. The bright blue color looks great with my shoes, too. The socks are baggy, but they are not sloppy or in the way if I do wear them with shoes.