People Are Swearing by These $20 Compression Socks

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From Good Housekeeping

Frequent travelers, pregnant women and people who are on their feet all day (looking at you, our beloved teachers and nurses) know that compression socks can sometimes be a necessity. And if you really want to upgrade your comfort, there is one pair that rises above the rest according to Amazon shoppers. People are raving about Physix Gear Sport compression socks.

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BUY NOW: Physix Gear Sport compression socks, $23, amazon.com

The $23 socks, which claim to relieve varicose veins and other leg swelling issues, have more than 5,000 five-star ratings on Amazon.

One reviewer, who was eight months pregnant at the time of her testimony called these socks a "prenatal dream."

"I never knew how painful the swelling in my legs and feet could be until recently, and these socks were a complete game changer. I stand for over nine hours a day at work, so I can't begin to explain how badly my legs and feet ached. I have a picture of what my feet looked like with(right) and without using the socks(left). The difference is tremendous!"

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Photo credit: Amazon

Another woman said she finally stuck with Physix Gear Sport after trying out A TON of other brands. "At the end of each shift, I can honestly say I don't have the foot pain like before and I do have more energy. Highly recommend."

While she hasn't tested this particular product, Lexie Sachs, a senior textiles analyst in the Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles, Paper & Plastics Lab, says that compression socks can be used for a variety of leg issues. She recommends checking with your doctor before you invest in a pair, but if you're interested, the Physix Gear Sport brand seems like your best bet.

[h/t BuzzFeed]

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