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6 Easy To Put On Socks for the Elderly

October 31, 2019 Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

It’s always a great idea to have an appropriate pair of socks that you can wear easily. In addition to being easy to put on, they should be comfortable too and also help prevent slips and falls.

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6 Compression Socks for Elderly For Comfort and Improved Circulation

October 31, 2019 Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

Compression socks are primarily worn for support and comfort to the lower legs. They provide a gentle squeeze to your legs and feet as you move about. This encourages blood flow which reduces the chance of clots. Here are the best compression socks for the elderly.

5 Socks For Elderly With Swollen Feet (Soft, Stretchy, Easy to Wear)

October 31, 2019 Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

Swollen feet can be extremely painful and wearing tight socks only makes the pain worse. Here are the best socks for elderly with swollen feet that are soft, stretchy and easier to put on.

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Best Anti-Slip Socks For The Elderly (Reduce Falls at Home)

October 31, 2019 Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

Anti-slip socks like these have little rubberized spots on the bottoms of them to provide traction for seniors. Some people call them hospital socks because they are standard issue at most health care facilities. Here are the best anti-slip socks for the elderly to reduce the chance of a fall at home.

The Best Senior Socks For Foot Pain (from Arthritis, Plantar Fasciitis, and More!)

October 30, 2019 Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

Unfortunately, chronic foot pain is a symptom of many medical conditions that affect seniors. From pain in the ankles, the heels, the ball of the foot, and painful swelling, you just want relief. Here are the best seniors socks for foot pain to help you fight the battle!

Sock Helpers for the Elderly: Assistive Devices for Easier Sock Donning

October 20, 2019 Scott Grant, ATP, CRTS®

Sock helpers are assistive devices that make putting on socks easier for the elderly and disabled. These sock aids provide a frame that stretches the sock and allows the foot to slide in with less resistance.