Compression wear, chosen with care
Comfortable compression that is easy to put on.
Zipper socks you put on sitting down, sizes up to 7XL, soft cotton blends and simple tools for stiff hands. For tired, achy legs and minor swelling, explained in plain words.
- Free US shipping over $45
- 30-day returns, even if worn
- Real people answer your email
- Secure checkout
Shop by need
What would make your day easier?
Where most people start
Four good places to begin
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The hard part
Putting them on should not be a workout
Compression works because it is snug at the ankle, which is exactly the part you have to stretch over your heel. With stiff hands or a sore back, that can mean giving up on them altogether. There are two easier ways.
Zip them on
Zipper socks open along the side. Sit down, step in, zip up from the ankle. A soft guard keeps the teeth off your skin.
Step into them
A frame donner holds a pull-on sock open while you step in, and grip gloves let you smooth it up with flat palms.
About our house
A small shop, run the old-fashioned way
Buying compression for an older parent is harder than it should be: confusing numbers, sizes that stop too soon, and socks nobody can get on. The Compression House keeps a short shelf of things that work for older bodies, explains them plainly, and answers every email with a real person.
- Chosen for older bodiesEasy-on designs, wide sizes, soft fabrics and dressing aids.
- Plain adviceWhat each level means, how to measure, and when to see a doctor first.
- Honest returns30 days, even if worn. You cannot judge compression without wearing it.
Our socks and stockings, side by side
All of our socks and stockings use graduated compression: snuggest at the ankle, easing off up the leg.
| Feature | ZipperSocks | Firm Zipper Socks | Wide-Calf Zipper Socks | Firm Knee-High Socks | Cotton-Blend Knee-Highs | Thigh-High Stockings |
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| Putting on | Zips on sitting down | Zips on sitting down | Zips on sitting down | Pull on (donner helps) | Pull on (donner helps) | Pull on (donner helps) |
| Compression | Moderate, 15-20 mmHg | Firm, 20-30 mmHg class | Moderate, 15-20 mmHg class | Firm, 20-30 mmHg class | Moderate, 15-20 mmHg class | Moderate, 15-20 mmHg class |
| Length | Knee-high | Knee-high | Knee-high | Knee-high | Knee-high | Thigh-high |
| Sizes | M to 3XL | M to 3XL | 4XL to 7XL | S to 7XL | S to 3XL | S to 2XL |
| Toe | Closed or open | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed or open | Open |
| Best for | Stiff hands, everyday wear | Firmer support, stiff hands | Full calves over 20 in | Firm support, wide size range | Sensitive or dry skin | Support above the knee |
| Price | $29.00 a pair | $35.00 a pair | $35.00 a pair | $24.00 a pair | $32.00 a pair | $45.00 a pair |
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ZipperSocksZips on sitting down. Moderate. M to 3XL.
- Putting on
- Zips on sitting down
- Compression
- Moderate, 15-20 mmHg
- Length
- Knee-high
- Sizes
- M to 3XL
- Toe
- Closed or open
- Best for
- Stiff hands, everyday wear
- Price
- $29.00 a pair
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Firm Zipper SocksZips on sitting down. Firm. M to 3XL.
- Putting on
- Zips on sitting down
- Compression
- Firm, 20-30 mmHg class
- Length
- Knee-high
- Sizes
- M to 3XL
- Toe
- Closed
- Best for
- Firmer support, stiff hands
- Price
- $35.00 a pair
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Wide-Calf Zipper SocksZips on sitting down. Moderate. 4XL to 7XL.
- Putting on
- Zips on sitting down
- Compression
- Moderate, 15-20 mmHg class
- Length
- Knee-high
- Sizes
- 4XL to 7XL
- Toe
- Closed
- Best for
- Full calves over 20 in
- Price
- $35.00 a pair
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Firm Knee-High SocksPull on (donner helps). Firm. S to 7XL.
- Putting on
- Pull on (donner helps)
- Compression
- Firm, 20-30 mmHg class
- Length
- Knee-high
- Sizes
- S to 7XL
- Toe
- Closed
- Best for
- Firm support, wide size range
- Price
- $24.00 a pair
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Cotton-Blend Knee-HighsPull on (donner helps). Moderate. S to 3XL.
- Putting on
- Pull on (donner helps)
- Compression
- Moderate, 15-20 mmHg class
- Length
- Knee-high
- Sizes
- S to 3XL
- Toe
- Closed or open
- Best for
- Sensitive or dry skin
- Price
- $32.00 a pair
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Thigh-High StockingsPull on (donner helps). Moderate. S to 2XL.
- Putting on
- Pull on (donner helps)
- Compression
- Moderate, 15-20 mmHg class
- Length
- Thigh-high
- Sizes
- S to 2XL
- Toe
- Open
- Best for
- Support above the knee
- Price
- $45.00 a pair
Try them for 30 days. Even worn, they can come back.
You cannot judge compression without wearing it. If something is not right within 30 days of delivery, tell us: we swap the size or refund you. Return shipping inside the US is free: we email you a prepaid label.
How returns work or email contact@compressionhouse.com
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Which compression socks should I start with?
Most people start with a moderate (15-20 mmHg) knee-high. If your hands are stiff or bending is hard, choose a zipper sock. If your calves are wide, look at our sizes up to 7XL. If your doctor suggested firmer support, choose a firm (20-30 mmHg class) sock.
How do I know my size?
Measure the widest part of your calf in the morning, sitting with your foot flat. Our sizing guide shows how, each product page has a size finder, and you can email us your measurements for a personal answer.
What if they do not fit or I do not like them?
Tell us within 30 days of delivery. We swap the size or refund you, even if you have worn them, and we send a free US return label.
How long does delivery take?
Most orders arrive in 8 to 15 business days, with tracking. Shipping is free on orders over $45.
Are compression socks safe for me?
For most people, yes. Check with your doctor first if you have peripheral artery disease, heart failure, fragile skin or open sores, or reduced feeling in your feet. New or one-sided swelling needs a doctor, not a sock.
Still not sure? Email contact@compressionhouse.com with your measurements and what is bothering you, and we will suggest the right thing.