Yes, you should wear your compression socks all the time, especially when flying or traveling by car for long periods of time.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

Yes! Walk on flights, move your legs a lot, stay hydrated and wear compression hose.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

I would recommend that anyone flying over 3 hours wear compression hose. Usually knee high is all that is required since 85% of the leg muscle pump comes from the calf muscles. I would also recommend staying well hydrated and getting up to walk every 2 hours.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

We recommend everyone, even those without clotting problems, wear hose on any flights over several hours or travelling by vehicle. Additionally, staying well hydrated, walking when possible and doing the exercises recommended in the back of the flight magazines all contribute to leg health and reduction of clotting risks. As far a hose supplies go, can't you order by mail? Measure your calf, thigh and ankle circumference and length of leg in standing position. You may be able to wear knee length if your clots were in the lower legs. Thigh length if clots were above the knee.

Published on Jul 11, 2012