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31j20b3

(275 posts) Sun Jul 12, 2026, 01:33 PM Sunday

Question to folks using compression socks... [View all]

My feet get very cold after hours in compression socks which to all the way over my toes. And by cold I mean my infrared thermometer can't measure below 90F and it gives up trying to get a temp on my feet.

I do need compression socks. I went a couple days without, and although my feet remained warm ~97+ F I noticed my ankles getting swollen.
I'm just wondering if people have had good luck moving blood and fluids up against gravity with compression socks with no foot.

Thanks

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Question to folks using compression socks... [View all] 31j20b3 Sunday OP

I wear them lonely bird Sunday #1

I don;t sleep with them on, but I have worn cotton crew socks to help with cold feet 31j20b3 Sunday #5

I know people who wear warm socks over compression ones uppityperson Sunday #2

Yes, that's what I do in the day, and I wear cotton crew socks to bed 31j20b3 Sunday #6

Try a different compression sock dweller Sunday #3

Thanks, I use compression socks prescribed by the V.A. they have feet 31j20b3 Sunday #7

I gave up on them. They hurt me more than they helped. ... littlemissmartypants Sunday #4

Thanks... I don't know if my problem is severe. I started wearing them after an event 31j20b3 Sunday #8

It seems like the arterial insufficiency issue may be something to ask your doctor about. littlemissmartypants Sunday #10

I've been happy with ones that don't fully cover the feet EverHopeful Sunday #9

Thanks. I put mine on about 5 AM and I take them off at about 5:30 pm 31j20b3 Sunday #11