The benefit of wearing compression socks is to either reduce swelling or improve venous return (blood circulation),” Dr. Bethany Tennant, a licensed naturopathic physician and certified nutrition ...

The graduated fit promotes good circulation and minimizes swelling, whether you're in the air or on your feet for hours.

The initial treatment for a sprain follows the “RICE” method: Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation and includes immobilizing the ankle with a brace, boot, or secure taping. Depending on the severity, ...