Can compression socks provide relief while flying?

Fly Often? It is a very good idea to wear compression socks, stockings or other compression garments during your flight. Flyers aren’t the only ones at risk. If you sit or stand for long periods of time, you are less likely to engage your leg muscles. Lack of activity slows blood circulation, which could lead to the formation of blood clots (also known as deep vein thrombosis, or DVT). Other risk factors include:

diagnosed vein disease
blood clotting disorders
recent surgery
high cholesterol
high blood pressure,
smoking and excess weight

Compression Stockings and socks provide external support to the vein walls, which creates good blood flow and helps minimize and control leg and ankle swelling. If you are a frequent flyer, it would help to reduce your risk of DVT by wearing compression garments. In addition to many health benefits, you will feel more comfortable, energized and protected after a long trip.
In addition to wearing compression stockings or socks, there are other ways you can avoid DVT and other venous disorders:

Ways to avoid DVT and other venous disorders

Point and flex your foot 10-12 times, repeating often
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes ( tight clothing and shoes contribute to poor circulation)
Walk

Don’t: