Compression socks recommendation

October 16, 2009 3:09 PM

What brand compression socks should I buy?

I'm looking to get some compression socks to aid in recovery after long runs. Also, I really like the overall feeling of compression clothing so I'll probably wear them around the house regardless of when my last run was.

There are a lot of brands out there of varying price levels, so I'd like some recommendations. I've been looking at Zoot, 2XU, CEP, Zensah, Oxysox, various medical compression socks and stockings. The less seams the better. Any recommendations?

posted by corpse to sports, hobbies, & recreation (2 comments total)

I use Juzo. Have only been wearing them about five weeks but so far so good. My lymphedema specialist recommended them based on 30 years of her own personal experience with various brands. Be mindful that proper sizing is very important to avoid pinching and binding.
posted by justlisa at 4:43 PM on October 16, 2009

Given that the socks are so expensive, I sometimes just throw on a pair of REI running tights after a long run. That way, you get to compress everything, not just the lower leg. I think that's good; really, I have no idea...
posted by ph00dz at 3:25 AM on October 17, 2009