Originally Posted by filejw
(Post 1195953)
FYI had a DVT at age 40 and in great shape at the time....
When it's your time, it's your time. Somebody slap me silly if I show up in the cockpit with compression socks. :D |
funny jet jok :)
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I've heard that you can get compression socks through our (FDX) uniform vendor.
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Originally Posted by MaydayMark
(Post 1195102)
Seems like a good idea ... I've thought about this before but the high price (insert cheap pilot joke here) has kept me away.
I could've sworn that you wore nylons when we flew together light years ago? My retirement memory is still fading? Any chance I can come back as a "two A off, one B on" type? ;) |
Does anyone remember that company that sends pilots 12 free pair every year? You just need your doctor to sign a a form that you send the company. I did this about 6 years ago but forgot the name of the company. Thanks
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Originally Posted by filejw
(Post 1195953)
FYI had a DVT at age 40 and in great shape at the time....
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But do they go with my New Balance?
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Originally Posted by Popeye
(Post 1195079)
I have been having a lot of swelling in my legs after my longer flights. I found these socks that I was told would keep the swelling down, reduce fatigue and have a positive effect on circulation and DVT. After 10 days and a few long flights, they really helped. They are thinner than cotton athletic socks, about the same thickness as dress socks.
https://www.gearhunder.com/best-comp...socks-for-men/ These are worth trying. I don't often wear socks, but when I do ... |
I have raced and currently coach a number of triathletes, cyclists and runners. I also have a family member in the household that stands all day for living. Compression socks are a part of every day life for the persons involved in these type of activities. Flying and being seated for prolonged periods of time is also very demanding on the legs.
I was not sponsored by any particular brand nor have any current relationships with any manufacturers. For pilots, several items of interest are:
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Originally Posted by atasic
(Post 3042854)
.... There are many more out there beyond listings below.
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