Are they difficult to put on (like the compression socks used in hospitals)? I need them for a long distance flight.
351037
I've never used ones in hospitals, but I find them fairly easy to put on and they are about as thick as dress socks. Not thick and bulky like other socks I've bought.
351038
Yes I think they are very difficult to put on. I have only worn them once since purchasing them.
351039
They aren't too difficult to get on. I put them on like I would if they were panty hose; I bunch them up and start at the toe. I then pull the sock all the way up to my knee and adjust it if it seems a little crooked. I wear them everyday and it honestly takes me just a minute to put them on.
351040
Much easier to put on than hospital compression socks. I use these for daily wear and love them.
1246092
These did not fit me, but I'm a woman. I suspect that by "medical grade" you're referring to what doctor's would recommend. Doctors typically measure your legs and feet, then prescribe fitted compression socks. They're very expensive, but they are wonderful for those who have serious circulation problems. If you're just looking for quick fixes (such as wearing them on airplanes) these would work fine. But if you have medical issues, then you may need to get a doctor to measure you and prescribe compression socks.
1699752
I have not used them on a long flight, but I have had them on for very long times at home. They are so comfortable that I tend to keep them on because they help to keep my ears warm in this super cold weather we are having. Great at blocking out sound around you and yet they have an interface with your phone if you set it up, so no calls are missed.
1049131
They tend to fit me more up under the knee, and not around the widest part of my calf. I'm 6ft tall, and never had an issue with them feeling too tight wearing them all day (in and out of snow) while working. Don't even remember any red elastic type marks on skin common to tight socks.
82252
No, I don't think this device will work for you. I don't wear compression socks but a friend of mine does, and he needs assistance daily to put them on.I bought this because I have trouble (at 67 years of age) of touching my toes and have had difficulty every day putting on my wool socks - this certainly makes the chore much easier.
1029486
I recall in the hospital they sort of turned it inside out, got it on my foot the correct way and then sort of rolled it up my leg. At home here my husband had to work at it. It is not an easy thing to do. I had to wear large (that is what they gave me in the hospital) so maybe you need a large instead of medium. In any case you basically have to tug and pull as they are very tight. Sorry I couldn't be more help.
1581295
they are definitely hard to put on and take off until they wear in a bit - i struggled to get them off - and heated them with a hairdryer the next time and they were a bit easier - i can't say if it was because we had already had them off once or not. But i did heat them with the dryer (on low and not very close) and they did soften up a bit - be careful - the leg will do the same if you get too close! i am sure it is not something they suggest - so i can't say enough to be careful
575511
Well sure, soccer players run in them all the time! If you are trying to use them as an inexpensive compression sock, no they wont work. They are snug but they do stretch too much. I wear a compression sleeve under these socks when I play soccer.
277915
I have used them on 10 international flights so far and haven't experienced it yet. My head is average size so maybe it's more of an issue on stress from larger heads. For the price they've been fine
1645730
They are a bit tight. Takes a bit of work to get them on. But my main concern was healing my fingers, so the fact they didn't go all the way to my wrist or bottom of my palm didn't bother me at all.
449646
I would guess they are on the low end around 10-15 mmhg. If you are looking for higher compression these will not be what you're looking for. I can tell you myself and girlfriend wear them everyday to work and for being on our feet 10 hour shifts neither one of us have any foot pain when getting home now after wear this product.
2070705
Hi Kathy, I had a hard time getting them on also. I found that I could roll them a little. slide them into place, then flatten them back out. Hope this helps.(Next time I will be sure to get the ones with Velcro), Mary
880129
I have not used them in airports, but I would think they would be considered like a sock. However, as you know, airport security personnel are pretty cautious on our behalf. Personally, I would chance it. Nothing ventured.... I travel with them for entry into temples.
661911
ly to Louis's question, my husband says these socks are not compression socks. Rather they are extremely comfortable and feather light. Teri V.
809491
It is hard to give a yes or no to pain reduction-- I slep with them on for a couple weeks-- got tired of putting them on every night --I'm old as dirt - a few nights later feet were acting up so got up, put socks on went to sleep !!!Might be in this old empty hesd !!!
325439
these are socks not shoes; yes we wore them for a 23 hour flight with no swelling.
653580
I had not thought of them as compression socks, but in a way they are a light compression because the upper sock retains its hug on your calf nicely, unlike some discount socks that stretch out quickly so you have to tug them up your leg and back in place after a while. The foot portion is not as 'huggy', but it holds its shape and position on your foot nicely. They are very comfortable!