SB SOX Compression Socks for Men & Women (20-30 mmHg) - Best Support Stockings for Travel, Medical, and Sports - Perfect for Everyday Wear

My son plays club hockey and has been playing for years, and these are by far his favorite socks! They give great support, stay in place, and help with recovery after long practices and games. They were actually suggested by my dad, who’s been playing hockey for over 30 years — and he swears by them too. They’re inexpensive, last a long time, and the quality is amazing. You really can’t beat them for the price — durable, comfortable, and perfect for athletes or anyone needing solid compression and support!

SB SOX (20-30mmHg): The best I've tried thus far (and I've tried a lot of compression socks). Suffered from multiple DVT's in the left leg due to several veins collapsing during one of the surgeries. They installed some 6+ FT of stents on the veinous side to save the leg (one of the FDA studies out there). Anyway, the end result is that I now get to wear compression stockings from now on. These are simply the best compression stockings that I've found so far (including the medical grade ones you need an Rx for - that simply cost 4-times as much, but have same rating and do the same thing). The band at the top does not cut, they provide good/solid compression from the ankle up, and they make your legs feel great. I've tried some brands that I've simply had to throw away after wearing them once (they were that bad or the band at the top was simply not worth it). For walking/exercise, the SB-SOX also feel great and help during and after the walk (can now do 5-8K's). Or, if you are on your feet all day, these socks will make you feel better when you get to the end of the day (at least your legs will feel better). For the athletes, I can see these socks helping runners at any distance. The vendor is terrific to deal with and they are always willing to help (vendor provides some nice discounts for buying more than one - and you'll want to buy more than one so that you don't have to wash them every night). The only other one that I'd recommend is made by "Run Forever Sports" (also a 20-30mmHg compression) - they feel just as good. The SB-SOX's are a little cheaper out the gate and if you are buying more than 1-pair, they give you a 5% discount for each added pair (up to 30% off for 6-pair). For the money, the SB-SOX's are my go-to brand and I suspect I'll eventually be wearing this brand exclusively (once I've weeded out or worn out the sub-par brands that I've tried.........or once I've worn them enough that I can justify throwing them out; as they are expensive and I wanted to try and get some use out of the other brands that I still have). To anyone out there that wants to simply feel better at the end of a race or at the end of the day - give this brand a try. To anyone out there that needs to wear them for a medical condition (such as DVT's or the pain caused by them), you also will not be disappointed (hang in there and I hope you get some relief). Disclaimer: I paid for each pair of SB-Sox's that I own out of my own pocket and rec'd nothing for free (also got nothing for the time I spent to write this review). At times, I do wonder if the review is unbiased or not and I also wonder if the review can truly be unbiased if the product was given to them for free (I suppose it can be done - but you do still wonder). Anyway, we've all seen reviews where a product was given to a person for free or in exchange for an 'honest-review'. I wanted to put in the same sort of disclaimer - just stating that I paid for them outright. I do try to read reviews when I'm looking to make a purchase and I do appreciate when an honest review is available. While I don't write many reviews, I wanted to at least provide the same courtesy to others that I look for. So, I'll try to find time when a product is working for me and at least provide some feedback - hence this (long-winded) review. Best regards.

So, let me start by admitting something deeply personal and mildly regretful: I didn’t wear these SB SOX compression socks on the flight out. And what did I get in return? Puffy ankles, tired legs, and a deep, spiritual sense of betrayal — by myself. Cut to the flight back, where I decided to give these socks a shot. And wow. Suddenly, I wasn’t shifting in my seat like a grumpy flamingo trying to keep circulation in my legs. My calves? Energized. My ankles? Practically singing. My dignity? Restored. I don’t know what kind of wizardry is stitched into these things, but the moment you put them on, it’s like your legs are being lovingly squeezed by a team of tiny, supportive life coaches whispering, “You’ve got this. Blood flow is happening. Swelling is not invited.” Sure, you might look a little like a retired Olympian or someone on their way to a medical conference, but who cares? Your legs feel amazing. You could run a marathon! (You won’t. But you could.) In short: The one time I didn’t wear them, I regretted it deeply. The time I did? I considered writing them into my will. These aren’t just socks — they’re a lifestyle. A snug, slightly nerdy, extremely comfortable lifestyle.

I've tried a few different brands from Amazon being they are a lot cheaper than other brands, these are by far the best constructed with no weird insides to the sock that would create marks/indents on your skin. The sizing seems accurate if you actually measure like you should. They are the perfect length and I'm tall with big feet. Many others are far too long to work well but these fit perfectly. I did get 20-30 compression and they were fairly easy to put on. The compression may not be as tight as others of the same but I know fabrics make a difference. They are comfortable enough to wear all day. I can definitely tell the compression is graduated from foot to knee unlike others that claim to be but feel uniform. Overall I'm happy with these. Don't know how long they will hold up yet but all compression socks need to be replaced at some point.

Never wore compression socks before in my life. Had some folks from church highly suggest them. Ran into problems with left leg from back to toes. PT helped a little. MRI showed nerve issues. Trying chiropractor before a spine specialist. Bought these as another way to conservatively try & fix things. I am not a Dr. but these are a step in the good direction. They do help. Certainly, not a quick cure, but I have felt improvement from wearing them. Cold sensation & tingling in my foot is noticeably less. I have no problems wearing them for more than 8 hrs at a time. They are very high quality & are comfortable. Obviously they are tight. I have an easier time putting them on without balling them up trying the get the whole sock over my heel. Just start at the top sliding the unraveled sock over your foot & heel, then gently tug as you need pulling it where it gets snug. Much better than getting the whole bunged up sock over your whole leg. After the first wear, I bought 5 more pairs. Amazon even gave me a discount on a couple of them. I'm sold. Good socks. The only negative, is the cool material they are made of. Unavoidable. I am kinda sensitive to cooling fabric like spandex, moisture wicking clothes are a negative to me. These are cooling. They get cold easy. Yet, they are thin enough that you can wear a warm sock over them & they do not create a problem wearing your normal shoes. Still worth the buy. Understand the need for the material, will not knock off a star for it.

At first they pinched my toes a lot, but now, after about 10 wears, they are too loose all over. I am able to easily pinch the fabric.

Received 2 septet injuries one to left knee and one to my right ankle recently. After a couple of weeks, both legs swelled big time, went down at night. I ordered these socks and what a difference they make. I’m on my feet all day and am a runner, no more swelling and they are very comfortable.

I have tried wearing a Compression Sock before, or it was called a Compression Sock, but it was really tight, thin and cheap. I wore them one day, threw them out and never tried another til, I tried Your Compression Socks. They are thick, but not bulky, but they fit really and I have to tell you, I swear this is true, but as a Type II Diabetic, I get enema in my ankles, why, I really don't know, but my ankles get bigger and they get red blotches on them too. I am going to Spain next week, and my wife suggested I get some Compression Socks for the trip over and back and for our walk we are going on. We are going on the Camino Way, The French Way walk in Northwest Spain. So, I took her advise and ordered 2 pair of these SB Soxs. They came and the next day I tried them on and they fit just fine. I have larger calves and I ordered the XL's and they fit really well. My wife says, why don't you wear them for a day and see how I like them. I did, and that night took them off, went to bed and the next morning, my ankles were much reduced in size etc. Not kidding!! So, I have now worn them for 4 more days and let me tell you, my ankles are so much thinner and the enema is so much less. In fact, on my left leg, which is the smaller ankle with much less edema, it was so thin and regular, I could hardly find any enema on it whatsoever. I immediately ordered 2 more pairs of these socks and also ordered 2 pairs now of the SB Sox Sleeves for runners. I am not a runner, but when I wear shorts, I plan on putting the sleeve on as it looks better than wearing the over the calf socks. I am hoping they work as well as the full compression socks and if they do, these will be the only socks I wear anywhere. They really do work! Now, how do I get the large ankles and edema? Well, I really don't know all the reasons, besides being a Diabetic Type II, but I play a lot of sports - Tennis League, Pickleball League and Golf. I am overweight and 70 years old. I caddied for my son two weeks ago on a very hilly golf course in a tournament and when finished, my ankles were huge. Lots of edema too. Don't know why, thought the walking was good, but know after reading why compression socks work, I think my muscles were bleeding and tearing or whatever, and after wearing these socks, they are now back to what I call normal and what my wife calls much better. This review is not from an employee of SB Sox, or was it solicited or anything like that, it is a Thank You for helping me! These are really important socks for my health and with the sports graphics available and all the different designs, they don't look like plain ugly looking Nude Compression Socks. After all of this writing, I could have simply said "They Really Do Work" and left it like that, but now you know how happy I am to have these socks. Don Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Naples, Florida