Compression Socks

Compression Socks — Also known as compression stockings, garments, or hosiery — are a fantastic tool to help treat many conditions of the lower leg, ankle, and foot. Compression socks apply graduated compression to your feet and ankles to support muscles and to help pump blood and fluid back towards the body from the feet.

At Guelph Performance, we offer two types of compression socks. Performance Grade and Medical Grade. 

Performance Grade socks have graduated compression of 15-22mmHg. These socks are great for treating general fatigue during and after exercise, for individuals who have mild swelling due to pregnancy or prolonged sitting or standing, or who are traveling by airplane.

Medical Grade socks have graduated compression of 20-30mmHg and are typically a prescription-only garment. These socks are recommended by therapists or doctors to treat moderate to severe venous insufficiency such as swelling due to pregnancy, lymphedema, orthostatic hypotension, or varicose veins.

Compression socks can help prevent and treat serious conditions such as Deep Vein Thrombosis or Phlebitis.

When you book a free no-obligation consultation with one of our therapists, we will discuss your needs thoroughly and make a recommendation for the correct type of sock. For Medical Grade socks we will sometimes recommend that you speak with your primary care doctor to ensure that the compression level is appropriate for you — if you already have seen your doctor, please bring along any paperwork or prescriptions that they provided to you!

Many insurance companies will cover the cost of compression socks. Check your benefits package to see what’s offered to you under compression garments or compression wear.

Our performance-grade socks are available for as little as $45 + HST, and the medical-grade socks range from $95-142 depending on the style chosen.

After we choose the correct type of sock, we measure your ankle and calf and choose your style. These are not your grandma’s compression socks, and are available in many stylish and funky designs, or neutral tones if that is what you’d prefer!

Different styles are available in different materials to ensure comfort in all kinds of footwear and weather conditions.