Graduated compression socks

Tired, swollen legs? Feel the lift.

Knee-high compression socks that ease tired, achy, swollen legs, so you finish the day feeling as good as you started.

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Firmest at the ankleHelps push blood back up
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  • Graduated compression, firmest at the ankle
  • 30-day returns
  • Buy 2, save 20%
  • Buy 3, get 1 free
  • Free US shipping on every order
  • Graduated compression, firmest at the ankle
  • 30-day returns
What they help relieve

Real relief for legs that work hard

Stridewell compression socks gently squeeze your legs, firmest at the ankle, to help blood flow back up toward your heart instead of pooling in your legs.

  • Tired, achy legs

    Relieves the heavy, worn-out feeling after long shifts, standing jobs and busy days.

  • Leg and ankle swelling

    Reduces swelling so your shoes fit the same at 6pm as they did at 8am.

  • Varicose vein aching

    Eases the aching and heaviness of varicose and spider veins with steady, even support.

  • Diabetic leg swelling*

    Gentle, everyday compression for legs and feet that need extra care.

  • Long flights and drives

    Keeps legs fresh on long trips. Say goodbye to stiff, restless legs.

  • Sore, fatigued calves

    Supportive calf compression after work, workouts or a long day on your feet.

*Have diabetes, poor circulation or numbness in your feet? Check with your doctor before wearing compression.

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How it works

Graduated compression, explained

Not all tight socks are compression socks. Ours are graduated, which means the pressure changes as it moves up your leg.

  1. Firmest at the ankleThe strongest squeeze sits low, where blood and fluid tend to pool.
  2. Eases off up the calfPressure gradually lightens toward the knee, helping blood flow back toward your heart.
  3. Legs feel lighterLess swelling and heaviness by the end of the day, in a breathable knit you can wear for hours.
Diagram of a knee-high compression sock: pressure is firmest at the ankle, moderate at the calf and lightest below the knee. BELOW THE KNEE Lightest CALF Moderate ANKLE Firmest

Made for people who are always on the move

Nurses, teachers, travelers, retail workers and anyone who spends the day standing, sitting or walking.

Long shifts on your feet Flights and travel days Feet up at home Breathable knee-high knit
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One pair for today. More for every day.

Most people wear compression every day, so a spare pair makes life easier. Discounts are applied automatically at checkout.

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  • Graduated compression
  • Breathable knee-high knit
  • S/M or L/XL
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$99.80$18.71 per pair

  • A fresh pair for every workday
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Why Stridewell

The support of compression. The comfort of a sock.

Most compression stockings feel clinical. Regular socks do nothing for tired legs. Stridewell sits right in between.

Stridewell Regular socks Medical stockings
Graduated compression
Helps tired, swollen legs
Breathable everyday knit
Looks like a regular sock
No-slip cuff that stays up
Under $25 a pair

Try them for 30 days

Not the right fit? Send back unworn pairs within 30 days for a refund. Need a different size? Just get in touch.

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Find your size

Two sizes cover every calf from 9 to 19 inches. It takes a minute to check.

  1. Sit with your foot flat on the floor.
  2. Wrap a soft tape measure around the widest part of your calf.
  3. Find that number in the chart. Between sizes? Go by your calf.
Choose your size
Women's
Size US shoe size Calf (inches)
S/M 5.5 to 8.5 9 to 15
L/XL 8 to 15.5 14 to 19
Men's
Size US shoe size Calf (inches)
S/M 5 to 9 9 to 15
L/XL 8 to 14 14 to 19

US shoe sizes. Calf measurements in inches.

Questions, answered

Everything you need to know before you order.

What do compression socks help with?
Graduated compression socks help relieve tired, achy legs, reduce leg and ankle swelling, ease the aching and heaviness of varicose veins, and keep legs feeling fresh on long flights, drives and standing shifts.
Can I wear compression socks if I have diabetes?
Gentle, everyday compression can help with diabetic leg and foot swelling. If you have diabetes, poor circulation or numbness in your feet, check with your doctor before wearing compression.
Which size should I choose?
Match your calf measurement to the size chart. If your shoe size and calf size point to different sizes, choose by your calf.
How long should I wear them each day?
Most people put them on in the morning and take them off before bed. If you're new to compression, start with a few hours a day and build up.
How do I put them on?
Slide the sock over your foot, pull the fabric up gradually to your calf, then smooth out any folds so the pressure is even.
Are they hot to wear?
They're made from a breathable knit with a mesh panel, so they stay comfortable all day.
Do you have multi-pair discounts?
Yes. Buy 2 pairs and save 20%, or buy 3 and get 1 free. Discounts are applied automatically at checkout.
How much is shipping?
Shipping is free on every US order.
What is your return policy?
You can return unworn pairs within 30 days for a refund. Return shipping is paid by the customer.

Breathable Knee-High Compression Socks

Your legs carry you all day. Give them the support they deserve.

  • Eases tired, achy, swollen legs
  • Graduated compression, firmest at the ankle
  • Sizes: S/M and L/XL
  • Breathable knee-high knit in blue
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