Why do my feet still swell with compression socks?

The most common side effect is that they can cause your feet and ankles to swell. This is because the compression stockings are putting pressure on your veins, which impedes the flow of blood. In some cases, compression stockings can also cause skin irritation.



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Although very rare, if worn incorrectly, compression stockings have the potential to cause blood clots rather than reduce their likelihood. Compression stockings are meant to increase blood circulation but, if worn too tightly, they can do the opposite.

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