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As many of you know, March is Lymphedema Awareness Month. Each year, BrightLife Direct supports the lymphedema community through advocacy, education, and giving back. 

 

When it comes to socks, most are one size fits all. However, when it comes to compression socks, stockings, and leggings, sizing is very important. Everyone’s body is different and that is what makes us unique! We have compiled a list of the best compression socks for a variety of characteristics including wide calf, large foot, and maternity. 

If you have large legs finding compression stockings that fit well can be a challenge. For people with wide calves, rolling and sliding is often a problem. There are solutions for both of these issues.

Athlete’s foot is annoying and painful. However, doing something as simple as choosing the right type of socks may be all you need to get rid of it AND prevent it from getting in-between your toes and on your nerves ever again!

Compression hosiery can help alleviate tired, achy, swollen legs at the end of the day and helps to prevent varicose veins.

BrightLife’s new Size Machine is a product finder and size calculator in one. Quickly and easily filter through hundreds of products to find the ones that are made to fit you.

Open toe compression socks are the same stockings you know and love, only toeless. These are a great option for those who wear compression, especially in the warm months! Read on to see a wide variety of open toe compression stockings choices.

Wondering which compression socks are best for you or how to determine if the socks you are shopping are high quality? Read on to find out!

Some of us don’t have the option to go sock-less when the weather heats up. Here are the best options for staying cool and comfortable in compression socks during the summer:

Let’s face it – pulling on compression stockings is a challenge. Before you spend another 30 minutes fighting to get your socks on, try out some of these tips, tricks, and tools to help you get your socks on fast and easy.

Last month, Sigvaris announced that they have signed a purchase agreement with Biacare, a small manufacturer of lymphedema, wound care and bandaging products. Sigvaris is one of the largest compression stocking manufacturers in the world.

How do compression socks work? What is a sandalfoot or a balloon toe? What’s the difference between a reciprocated and reinforced heel? Here's what all the crazy lingo means: