MoJo Recovery & Performance Sports Compression Socks

This is a long story with a happy ending.I have been experiencing swelling in my lower legs that would increase during the day. My doctor advised me that I should be wearing compression socks to prevent more serious swelling. I was resisting due to silly vanity. My daughter gave me a pair of Endurance Shield 360 compression socks and said “try these, they are the best”. I tried them and they were OK, but I didn’t believe they were the best. I had to do my own experiment.I went to Amazon and saw hundreds of choices. They all sound the same, look similar, and all have a mixture of reviews. I picked four brands and bought one of each (in black) to try for myself. It took a while, but the results are in and we have a winner! My daughter was right: the Endurance Shield 360 socks are the best. (I just wish they had some colors other than black.) We can all use a little splash of color in our lives sometimes.Here are the details of all the competitors in order of my ranking from best to last.1.) Endurance Shield 360 – They are very easy to put on and take off. Good smooth compression graduated up the calf. Smooth transition from sock to skin at the top, so no constriction at the top. They came up to just the right spot on my leg and stayed up on my leg well without any falling down. There is substantial fabric in the foot area that provided good cushioning. I did have to pay attention the right and left, but they are labeled ‘R’ and ‘L’, so it was easy. It would be nice if they were available in colors other than black. I have ordered several additional pairs.2.) Vitalsox VT1211 Graduated Compression – These are a close second. They were a little more difficult to put on, but felt good once in place. They have a band at the top that looks like it would constrict and cut off circulation, but magically do not do that. The band turns into a very good transition from the compression to my skin at the top. They came up to just the right spot on my leg and stayed up on my leg well without any falling down. They have a shiny reflective texture in the calf that is a bit different from all the others. They do come in a rainbow of colors and I have ordered a pair in blue to try.3.) MoJo Elite Recovery & Performance Compression Socks – These are a very close third. They are a little more difficult to put on than the Endurance Shield 360 and do not do as good a job of transitioning from the sock to my skin at the top. They do come in many colors and I have ordered a pair in blue to try.4.) Go2 Compression Socks – These were too short and left a mark on my leg where they were constricting at the top. They were difficult to put on. I am in the process of returning them.5.) Blitzu Power Performance Sport Running Socks – These were the most difficult to put on. They were very short. The band on the top really cut into my leg and restricted circulation. I am in the process on returning them.They all stayed up on my legs and did not sag or fall down during movement. They all provided relief from the swelling that used to occur. Many of my friends noticed that I was wearing something different and asked about it.It has taken a couple of weeks to try all these socks and over that time I am glad that I submitted to the wishes of my family and doctor. The swelling is greatly reduced and I feel great. Health is more important than fashion.

It was recommended that I try wearing compression socks for an issue I was having with my feet swelling badly while on multiple-day, high mileage backpacking trips. The swelling was so bad that it made my shoes fit improperly and caused massive blisters, even though the shoes I wear are already a size and a half too big for me at the start of the hike. I even had the cuticles of my toenails split because of the swelling...it was BAD! After exploring all health related issues, a medical professional recommended that I try compression socks to help keep my blood flow during hours of foot pounding.Now, I'll be the first to admit that it really isn't fun wearing compression socks for the 8-10 hours it takes me to walk out my day. And, they are a (female dog) and a half to get on and off. But, I had very little swelling when I wore them on the last two long trips. My legs felt strong and I recovered quickly from each day. I was worried about my toes being squished, but the design of these socks has a very loose fitting toe box, so I needn't have been concerned there.I got these because I was hoping they would be cooler than the wool-blend pair I started with - and they are somewhat, but they're still hot. Its the price I pay, I suppose. The colors are garish, but I suppose that's the fashion for other sports. For me, they're hidden under my pants most of the time, so it matters little.I took off a star because the pattern that is knit into the calf leaves a "dent" in my skin that gets painful after a while. Hard to tell if the boundary is just design or if it serves a purpose, but either way it could have been smoother.

There are many compression socks that LOOK like the MOJO brand but are less expensive.These "knock-offs" are made of nylon and don't come near the compression of a pair of MOJO socks.Im sure AMAZON doesnt compression test every manufacturer's compression sock. So, manufacturers can say their compression socks offer "X"mg of compression. Im not even sure if MOJO has the stated compression they advertise.What MOJO does have is a significant level of compression vs. a "No Name" brand that advertises the same compression as MOJO.The "No Name" brands are made of nylon. MOJO adds other fabrics to their socks to give them wonderful compression and long life.I wear MOJO socks every day.No other compression sock is built nor functions as well as MOJO brand. They're not cheap. But they're worth it.

I am training for my first half marathon, and have read up on the benefits in recovery time from using compression socks--I couldn't justify spending too much for a pair of socks (I already spend a bunch on gear, races, etc.), so these seemed like a great buy-and in my favorite color orange! They work like a dream! They are, as the name says, compression socks, so it does take a little "oomph" to put them on, buy once on they fit perfectly (I got a size small after taking some measurements of my legs). I can feel the compression, but they aren't too tight on my legs. They are such a vivid fun orange color, and they really make me feel like I cut my recovery time after long runs-my legs don't feel near as tired! I have tried running in them, and that's just not for me--I don't like long socks in general living in Florida-but putting them on for an hour or so after the runs has been great! I will be purchasing a few more pairs after this race I'm sure! Highly recommend this buy to any athlete!

This compression stocking is a true small, not the small-medium size. It’s the only true small size I found in Amazon and it’s pricey but I don’t care. My legs need them for 8 hours of walking. My coordinator gifted me a small-medium stockings. I was thankful. BUT I don’t feel the tightness that a small size stocking does to my legs. MOJO compression stockings deliver. I highly recommend it only if you want your small size.