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  2. Should you wear compression socks on flights? Experts ... - AOL

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    By improving blood flow and reducing blood pooling, compression socks can also reduce swelling in the legs, ankles and feet. The increased pressure may also help with inflammation.

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    Lite Compression Socks. Talk about a soft fit! With a pressure rating of 15 to 20 mmHg, these compression socks have a cushioned heel and toe box to provide support and comfort without impinging ...

  4. What wearing high heels does to your feet - AOL

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    Repeatedly wearing heels can actually wear away your foot's natural cushioning. "What ends up happening with overuse is the fat pad on bottom of the foot starts to become a lot thinner over time ...

  5. Compression stockings - Wikipedia

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    Compression stockings (Flight Socks, Support Bandage) are a specialized hosiery designed to help prevent the occurrence of, and guard against further progression of, venous disorders [1] such as edema, phlebitis and thrombosis. Compression stockings are elastic compression garments worn around the leg, compressing the limb. This reduces the ...

  6. Edema - Wikipedia

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    Swollen legs, feet and ankles are common in late pregnancy. The problem is partly caused by the weight of the uterus on the major veins of the pelvis. It usually clears up after delivery of the baby, and is mostly not a cause for concern, [16] though it should always be reported to a doctor.

  7. Diseases of the foot - Wikipedia

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    The most common cause of foot pain is wearing ill fitting shoes. Women often wear tight shoes that are narrow and constrictive, and thus are most prone to foot problems. Tight shoes often cause overcrowding of toes and result in a variety of structural defects. The next most common cause of foot disease is overuse or traumatic injuries. [3]