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The 4 benefits of compression in hiking socks

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Improves blood circulation
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1. Improves blood circulation Hiking socks with compression stimulate blood circulation through the graduated pressure they exert on the veins. Due to the graduated pressure, more oxygen is transported to the muscles. This helps to prevent fatigue and swelling in both feet and legs.

2. Reduces swelling and fluid accumulation Compression socks help to reduce swelling and fluid accumulation in the lower limbs. This will especially benefit you as a hiker during long walks in hot weather conditions.

3. Muscle and joint support The graduated pressure exerted by compression socks supports the muscles and joints. This reduces the risk of injuries, sprains, and cramps.

4. Promotes muscle recovery After intense hikes, compression socks help to speed up the muscle recovery process. This is because compression socks both stimulate the supply of nutrients as well as the removal of waste products.

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Graduated compression socks work with specific elevated pressure up the legs at precies mmHg ratings. Typically the pressure is tighter at the ankles and looser, going up the legs to help blood flow freely instead of pooling. The arteries taking oxygenated blood to your muscles are able to relax, allowing your blood to flow freely. At the same time, the veins get boosted, pushing deoxygenated blood back to your heart and lymph nodes.

With STOX Energy Socks you will experience fewer injuries, muscle pain and speed up recovery after training. The graduated compression in our socks stimulates blood circulation in your legs. This results in an improved drainage of moisture and waste fluids. This way you experience less tired legs, both during and after exercise.

The tight fit of our hiking socks exerts constant, light pressure on the calf and helps the muscles to let blood flow faster and supply the muscles with more oxygen. The increased oxygen supply leads to more endurance and a reduced risk of getting muscle fatigue.

93% of the runners with traditional running socks had muscle pain after a run of 10 kilometers. Only 14% had muscle pain after running 10 kilometers with sport compression running socks. A. Ali, M.P. Caine, B.G. Snow. ‘’Graduated compression stockings: Physiological and perceptual responses during and after exercise.’’ (2007). Journal of Sports Sciences. Volume 25, Issue 4, pages 413-419. Read the full article here.