Donna Christiano Campisano is a freelance writer specializing in women and children's health issues. She has written for numerous consumer publications and websites, including Parents, Woman’s Day, ...

Compression therapy, in which pressure is applied to certain areas of the body, has been proven to help with specific medical issues and is relatively easy to use. "Compression for lower extremities ...

Which leg recovery systems are best? Athletes, dancers and fitness gurus know all too well the feeling of sore legs after an intense workout. After working leg muscles, it’s vital to massage those ...

Compression socks increase circulation by applying pressure to the tissues surrounding the blood vessels in the feet, ankles, and lower legs. They are available over the counter or by prescription ...

Compression therapy uses controlled pressure to increase blood flow in your legs and improve blood flow to the heart. At the same time, it supports your veins and decreases swelling. Compression ...

Chronic edema of the leg is a risk factor for cellulitis. Daily use of compression garments on the leg has been recommended to prevent the recurrence of cellulitis, but there is limited evidence from ...

I went into my first leg compression experience with Ublives somewhat skeptical of the benefits, and early on in my testing, I wasn’t blown away. Sure, getting a robotic leg massage was kind of cool, ...

They’re often recommended for people with vein-related conditions, but they can be useful in other situations, too.

Becky Brown is a professional writer whose mission it is to empower readers. She tells stories that help people make smart, informed decisions about their health and lives. She’s covered everything ...

Which leg recovery systems are best? Athletes, dancers and fitness gurus know all too well the feeling of sore legs after an intense workout. After working leg muscles, it’s vital to massage those ...

Compression socks apply pressure to your lower legs. This can help to increase blood flow and boost circulation, which can be especially helpful if you have venous insufficiency. Compression socks and ...