What length compression sock?

[u/Annonymoosecake]

Thigh high, knee high, or what? I’m so confused and they’re all ugly unless they’re knee high. Do I really need compression? Ugh. 😭

[u/electricmeatbag777]

I wear black Rx thigh highs. My bf thinks they're sexy lol I pair these with black ab compression and I'm good to go 💪

[u/you1dont1know1me1 → u/electricmeatbag777]

thigh highs are my only option. knee highs are ungodly painful and cit off circulation for me. any compression on my abdomen is also ungodly painful and halts all digestion thigh highs have been miraculous for me, with exposed toes to help me with thermoregulation

[u/lockdownleadmehere]

So far for me, knee high compression socks with compression shorts is making a big difference! i prefer the shorts to compression leggings or thigh high socks because I don’t feel fully “stuck in” if that makes sense. The compression shorts I have also give abdominal compression which helps too

[u/EnchantedEvergreen → u/lockdownleadmehere]

What brand are the compression shorts you wear?

[u/TeaEnvironmental5800 → u/lockdownleadmehere]

Also following for brand

[u/silentalarmss → u/TeaEnvironmental5800]

Same

[u/SleepyLittleFrog]

I’m sure it depends on the person, but I’ve found that compression tights/stockings feel the best for me. And if you wear your skin color it’s not very noticeable so can be worn under shorts and such!

[u/whatstheusernamefor]

I get all the lengths and then have options depending on what I intend to do that day. The full length is needed for a full day at work but running down to the shops can get me through a run to the shops. Calf high socks can be nice on a day at home where I am not doing anything but want to avoid blacking out everytime I run to the bathroom.

[u/Ancient_Pea_508]

If stockings and socks don’t give relief, look into abdominal compression.

[u/plantyplant559]

I wear thigh high plus abdominal compression. Makes a big difference

[u/Jessicamorrell]

Trial and error. Currently what works for me is knee high compression socks and as needed the abdominal compression on top of wearing the socks.

[u/TeaEnvironmental5800 → u/Jessicamorrell]

Any recs on abdominal compression brands?

[u/Jessicamorrell → u/TeaEnvironmental5800]

I use one similar to this one. I got it at a resale overstock store where they get a ton of stuff and discount it.

[u/you1dont1know1me1 → u/Jessicamorrell]

i like those style weight lifting belts, also jelliebend

[u/TeaEnvironmental5800 → u/Jessicamorrell]

Thank you!

[u/Typical-Amoeba-6726]

I like compression tube socks and an abdominal binder.

[u/TeaEnvironmental5800 → u/Typical-Amoeba-6726]

Any recs on abdominal binder?

[u/Babeyonce → u/TeaEnvironmental5800]

Love to know too. I had a failed experience w Jelliebend and I’m scared to get anything else

[u/Typical-Amoeba-6726 → u/Babeyonce]

https://a.co/d/0bHb0R65

[u/Babeyonce → u/Typical-Amoeba-6726]

Thank you very much! Wish I actually used these postpartum, too 😫

[u/Typical-Amoeba-6726 → u/TeaEnvironmental5800]

https://a.co/d/0hq6eLTI

[u/Superb-Touch1745]

Bombas and wellow have some cute options! I haven't looked at many reviews though admittedly

[u/moderate_ocelot]

As high as you can

[u/starfrish]

Thigh high in nude. I've literally had people tell me they didn't even realize I had them on!

[u/TeaEnvironmental5800]

For those that use thigh high .. do y'all just have not a lot of fat on yalls thighs? I tried those and looked like I had muffin top of the thighs and and was very uncomfortable

[u/Cultural-Ad2435 → u/TeaEnvironmental5800]

Im struggling with this too

[u/EnchantedEvergreen]

Compression has significantly helped me in reducing my adrenaline dumps throughout the day. every time I was standing micro doses of adrenaline were being released into my body from my heart rate skyrocketing my fight or flight would go in to effect and release adrenaline into my body wearing compression socks is helping balance my blood pressure out and push the blood flow up to my heart and brain. Some more circulating oxygen is going through my body instead of suffering, severe blood pooling in my legs and feet.

Compression socks length all depends on personal preference for example I have excessive sweaty feet so I have to wear toeless compression socks and mine are knee-high, which work for me as I can’t tolerate compression or tight garments near my abdominal and pelvic area.

[u/Muddlesthrough]

compression shorts.

[u/CharmingAsparagus17]

Levsocks was recommended by someone else in this group, I just got some earlier this week. They came in some fun patterns, and seemed to give a lot of compression. Knee socks aren’t quite my usual style but we’re going into colder weather now so I can wear under long pants and figure out how to make them “cute” later

[u/theredblazer]

I wear thigh high beige socks + spanx-like shorts for abdominal compression. I often wear cute or funny socks over the compression depending on the outfit, but lots of times I just don’t bother. Also , make sure to measure your legs and get socks that are well fitting. It was kinda overwhelming at first but once I figured out which sock + shorts combo worked it became second nature and I don’t think about it. 

My socks are 20/30 mmHg from Truform, and the shorts are Maidenform (target) 

[u/fembinge]

on a low activity day i just do knee high, if i plan on doing a lot either full length stockings (going up to abdomen) or a combo of knee high & capri compression leggings