I bought these CEP compression socks a few months ago as a recovery tool for running. They are probably the most expensive sock you will ever buy at $60 retail. There are a ton of options and brands out there but what is interesting about this German company is that they initally made these socks for medical reasons; for patients with varicose veins. i got this one because it encompasses the whole foot and calf area. Check out their link to learn more about what they claim the sock will do.
http://www.cepcompression.com/technology.php
But basically, their “medi compression” applies pressures in such a way that increases blood flow to your blood vessels and ensures proper flow back to your heart - hence more oxygen faster recovery.
I typically wear them for a few hours following a long or intense run (though i admit i also throw them on after a 3 miler as well). I’ve heard some people sleep in them, too. I will say that i do feel a bit fresher and better the next day when going out for another run. However, it really only helps the area that the sock covers - hence the calf and foot area. But my quads are still tight and sore. So, i checked out their site and they have another product called Clone Compression tights which are customized. The full tight costs $289 and the thigh high costs $239. Ouch! but the tight encompasses the entire leg area which is what you would really need to feel “recovered.” They are marketing this particular product toward elite athletes but i think it definitely will move into the mass market at some point. Here is the link to the tights:
http://www.cepcompression.com/clone-custom-tights.php
Boy, i’d like to try these…..
