Doctor's Choice Men's Graduated Compression Socks, 8-15 mmhg, Over the Calf, Single & 2 Pair Packs, Large: Shoe Size 6-12.5

I purchased these for my husband. His legs will swell real bad. He has had blood clots some years back. He was told to wear medical compression stockings to help with swelling in his legs. As he has gotten older they are very hard for him to get on, so he quit wearing them. So I decided to try these for him and see how they worked. He stated these are easier to get on (and I can see that) and are very similar to the compression stockings (not quite as tight). He wears them all day and says they are very comfortable. His legs did not swell when he wore them. So far he really likes them. We will get his doctors opinion when he goes for regular checkup.

I do not have diabetes nor do I have bad problems with water retention but compression socks make my lower legs/feet feel supported during exercise and warm when I am not active.These socks are easy to put on and take off so I don't dread diving down between my knees and wrestling with my feet and a bunch of super resistant fabric to put on and take off.The compression tension on the socks is even and moderate. I know diabetics who use this level of compression and it is comfortable and feels therapeutic.I have worn the socks for gym work outs and just for day to day casual wear and I like them for both purposes.The socks look good, they are kind of "sheer", and they have a logo located on top where the toes emerge from my foot so I can make corrections when lining them up to put them on.Good purchase. I have recommended them to a couple of "work out friends".

Oh how I wish I could have given you five stars. As the socks are EXACTLY what I've been looking for. Lightweight, light support, and fits. Three cheers!BUT, in spite of utmost care while taking the packaging off, I couldn't help snag my brand new socks because of the extra little plastic connecter got tangled in the fabric. SO frustrating!I almost understand why one is necessary, so they stay together, but there's no reason at all for the little extra tag stapled onto the sock with the tiny tag. ARGHHHHI really want to order some more of these, but wonder if there's anyway I could get them without those stupid things.They are bad for the environment, bad for people trying to get them out of the package, and annoying as all get out.

Fits as described and will test out over time.

Although they could be comfortable and do provide good support, the tube is 6 inches too long for my legs. I had to roll the top over or the tube would go over my knees!