Run Forever Sports Compression Socks for Women & Men | 20-30 mmHg Knee High Medical Grade Compression Stockings

I ordered my first pair of Run Forever Socks early January 2017 (Black, size Large). I was very impressed with these socks! I have been on the "hunt" for the perfect compression socks for me since 12/2015. I have literally tried over a dozen different brands. Sometimes the foot area is too large, despite what is indicated on the size chart, or sometimes the foot fits, but the calf is just too tight, likely designed for people with slimmer calves. Often the fits is fine, but the fabric isn't very soft or moisture wicking. I really love wearing Run Forever socks! I wanted to wear and wash them a few times to get a complete opinion before reviewing. Here are some reasons these socks are my favorite and work so well:-- Soft and comfortable cotton blend feel - not too thick and bulky, not too thin either. So many compression socks have a synthetic, nylon feel - I often have to wear low-cut socks OVER the compression socks to be cool and comfortable in my shoes all day.-- The foot area of the sock fits my foot perfectly (I wear women's US size 11 1/2 athletic shoe/ EU 44 - 17" calf) - no extra heel area showing or heel pulled up to ankle area to fit comfortably in shoes.-- The sock comes right up to my knee where it should; no shortage in length, and more importantly, no excess to roll or fold over which causes excessive, uncomfortable tightness around top of calf.-- The socks remain right where I place them in the morning with no slipping or adjustments needed all day and evening until ready to remove for showering.-- I appreciate the fact that there are not any designs or logos woven into the calf area, just a clean, sleek, smooth appearance.The only thing I would like to see change, would be the added option to purchase a sock with firmer compression in the 30-40 mmHg range. I often want to wear maximum compression socks several times a week, so I am still on the lookout for a brand that works for me with an increased level of firmness.

Here is real quality and excellent design. These are far superior to any other compression hose I have ever had. I seem to recall that these were more expensive than others, but boy are they worth it. They are softer and thicker and smoother to apply. Not hard and smooth like others that take more effort to don. Using my crenelated rubber gloves, I could easily move (not work) these socks over my feet and ankles and both lower legs. They are very comfortable and cool.Having the toes, soles, and heels a different color than the rest of the stocking is brilliant. When using other all-black stockings, I find it is often difficult to maneuver the heel of the stocking onto my heel--it's all one color. I often have to make readjustments to get a proper heel fit, partly because the stretched heel is difficult to see during application when the fabric is being stretched. With the different colored marking, however, it is a snap to see and guide the stocking heel onto my heel with one easy movement. My new Run Forever Sports stockings are black with light grey toe, sole, and heel stitching.One problem: I ordered 20-30 mm Hg compression. However, the package holding the stocking gives no compression number. I'd hate to think that at least some of the ease of donning is because the compression of these stockings is less than 20-30. Is it possible these socks are made only for running and not also for therapeutic compression?

The band is a little tighter and the height a little shorter than I expected based on the size chart but these socks are very comfortable and provide good compression. Will buy again, but maybe a size larger.

I have had some leg pain with my running and a friend suggested compression socks. Run Forever had a great selection, great price and I thought I would give them a try. There was fast shipping and before the product arrived, I got an email from the co-founder Christy with care instructions and a link to their website with a YouTube video on how to put on the socks. They are pretty tight and it was a great how-to/tip video.The socks fit great. They are tight, but still comfortable. I had no trouble putting them on, but they don't have much give to them so the trick in the video is great!I have used them twice now on my run and I am pain free! It feels amazing and I do feel that my performance and recovery has improved. But most importantly no more pain. Yay!Christy was very responsive and her and her husband run a great business with great focus on customer care and support. I HIGHLY recommend a purchase from them.Happy (pain free) running.

Doctor recommended and my legs feel energized all day, legs and feet aren’t tired at the end of the day.

My husband had a knee replacement in January and the therapist recommended compression socks 20-30. I had ordered a size large as his shoe size is a 12. The foot portion didn't fit his foot. I exchanged them for an extra large so size up. However, the socks are so tight the swelling in his knee is not going down and there is an indentation where the top of the sock is. The therapist want him to discontinue wearing the socks as they aren't doing the job. I will be returning them. It may be my husband's wide calves; I don't know but they aren't doing the job of reducing his swelling. Thank you Amazon for taking these back and for the warranty from the manufacturer.

These are great compression socks, well made and fits just right and the compression is super comfortable.However, for some reason I developed a serious skin allergy. I wish I could use them but after just a few minutes skin irritation was obvious. Sad because these are very nice socks.If you get the right size and your skin likes them, it's a great compression sock!!!