The Very Best Compression Socks

As helpful as they are for soreness and fatigue, compression socks get a bad wrap. They’re usually associated with the unattractive, stuffy garments you are prescribed medically or pick up at a drugstore. Since taking on this story, I’ve found that there are a surprising number of options out there that are actually stylish and as comfy as my normal everyday socks. And, after consulting six experts — including physical therapists, a doctor, a run coach, and a frequent flier — I’ve learned that they’re much more useful than I initially thought.