are these truly "compression" socks suitable for long airline flights?
1889211
I don't fly, but I do not think it would make a difference But people with blood clotting disorders would not be any safer with compression socks. I would ask my physican.
1889212
I wore them on a flight from Detroit to Salt Lake City and back and they worked fine for me.
1889213
my son plays baseball and was complaning of aching - he really likes the feel of these and they have helped him. They do not keep their firmness as well as true medical compression stockings. These are tight on his legs and the cotton makes them comfortable. He loves them. They also wash well. I think they would work well for a flight to ease swelling, but are definately not as stiff and constrictive as real medical stockings. hope this helps
800533
I don't see why not. They are a knee high dress sock that offers compression. Many runners are using compression socks these days.
1529592
Yes they are but not the kind of compression that requires 2 people to put on & off. I bought large just becaue I didn't want to deal with that & these really fit the bill, they give support, they give relief & best of all I can actually put them on myself & they don't cut off circulation @ the knee cap. I love them, they are not PRETTY, but they do the job & I would never take a long trip by car or plane without wearing them & they don't make your skin sweat or itch. Highly recommend
1437778
not the ones I have. Have had them on for long plane flights with no discomfort.
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.
516515
They are lightweight, but it would definitely cover you. It would not be the warmest, but it would be enough for me on the plane.
1961003
I would say no. I am on my feet all day and I wear support stockings with a short pair of crew socks over them and that solves the problem. By the way, when I bought Miracle socks on amazon, they were not near as tall on the calf as the ones I got from Walmart. I don't know why that is, but they were and I couldn't use them.
800534
These sockes are like dress socks and I read that u can use them at rest and while walking and daily activities...like my husband does. I don't see why you couldn't . I think it would help the swelling and from your legs becoming for fatigued and get better results from the compression. My hubbie sometimes wears regular socks over the compression socks to help reduce any friction. It's up to your comfort level
22997
For me, these are "sit on an airplane and bask in envious glares" headphones... the fit is tight enough and the headband doesn't move much, but depending on use, the sweat might be a deal-breaker. Light stuff should be just fine though.
1653894
Not really. Once you've rolled them, they will slowly let in air over time. They're good for travelling because you're going to unpack with 12 to 20 hours (probably).
358761
I have worn them on a 6 hour flight before. These actually to over the ears, they don't rest on them. I find them light and comfortable. And they've never failed as of this post.
743636
i would have to say yes, they might be as much as 1/8" thick. i have the same issue with my riding boots - they are already kind of snug and the socks make them hard to zip up but they are warm!
1020729
No problem, and yes they will come in handy for that long flight. I hope that they are small enough for her...my son loves them. As I stated before, they are a bit bulky and stick out a couple of inches from his head but he thinks that they are comfortable enough. Good luck!
573794
There is a guide for the Travelsox classic (solid colors instead of pattern) Travelsox OTC TS1000 Graduated Compression Recovery Travel Socks, Unisex Sizing, Black, Small
800084
I am buying them specifically for air travel. They not only block noise, they help with pressure changes during ascending and descending. They fit deep enough that you can wear headphones over them. My daughter (age 11) and I wear them on all our flights specifically for the pressure changes. Our flights average 3 hours and they are very comfortable.
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!
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