Compression is beneficial on airplanes: avoid swollen feet!


Compression socks are beneficial for preventing swollen feet on airplanes . Simply wear medical-grade compression socks during your flight. You'll feel the difference immediately. Don't settle for just one pair, as you can use them every day during your trip, whether for activities that require a lot of movement or those where you'll be more stationary.

In both cases, your stockings will become your best allies for:

  • Full arch and ankle support;
  • Improving blood circulation;
  • Reduction of foot inflammation;
  • The elimination of toxins resulting from any physical activity;

How do I know if I need compression stockings on a plane?

Feeling heavy legs or swollen feet during your regular activities should alert you to the need for compression stockings when flying . This usually occurs when sitting or standing for long periods of time.

Heavy legs every day

If you suffer from heavy legs on a daily basis, don't wait for your next plane trip , try compression stockings now . You will be able to enjoy their many benefits.

However, this indication is not the only guarantee of edema in the feet and legs. If you have never flown before, it is better to be safe and have a pair on hand.

I have never flown

Altitude has many effects on the human body, as Dr. Alves, interviewed for a Reader's Digest article, attests.Swollen feet are common and can be a sign of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) , as indicated by specialists at McMaster University.

Although compression is recommended to promote circulation and reduce the risk of blood clots, a visit to the doctor is essential before your trip.

What compression stockings should I choose for my trip?

Which compression stockings should you choose for your trip? EC3D gives you choice and allows you to wear stylish socks, while offering a unique mesh and a medical-grade Class 1 compression grade certified by Health Canada and the FDA . As a result, your compression stockings are usually reimbursable by the RAMQ and most private insurance companies .

A stocking with style!

No more unsightly beige compression stockings! Today, in addition to quality, you have variety! Short, mid-calf or full-length stockings, you can choose among others the Universal black , or the various colors of the Twist stocking . The latter allows you to benefit from a two-part calibration: performance and recovery.

A stocking that will be useful even after my trip

Compression stockings are ideal for use in situations involving immobility, but are not limited to them. They also help prevent injuries and reduce foot pain associated with any physical activity, regardless of intensity.

A comfortable sock please!

At EC3D, we carry our own compression stockings and garments, so we're well-positioned to guarantee you their unrivaled comfort.

  • No seams;

  • Fibers that keep you dry;

  • No rubbing or irritation;

  • And much more.

As a bonus, you can order them online. So happy shopping, and most importantly, have a good trip!

1 FDA (Food and Drug Administration) in the United States.

2 RAMQ, Health Canada in Quebec only.

3 Subject to all reservations, depending on the diagnosis and medical prescription.