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So many of these compression boots are a one material one size fits all. Many people are not getting the proper fit. Some don't reach far up the hip enough. The entire limb is not getting all the drainage. Maybe 90% and that last part is not being pumped. There are lymph nodes in the upper leg near the hip flexor region that many people overlook.

Also, some material is very thick and other companies have very lightweight material. Some material that is used in these compression boots have a severe off gassing smell. And some barely have any smell. Some material is softer and feels better during a long session. After about 30 minutes is when it is much more noticeable when the material gets annoying verses comfortable throughout the entire session.

The compression sleeves might look about the same but the way they are constructed makes a hugh difference in the session. Those that have issues with their feet might prefer at type that puts pressure on their bottom and top of their foot. Some of the really cheap brands usually put all the pressure on the sides of the foot and the bottom and top of the foot barely gets any pressure. This is the stuff I had to find out on my own by comparing each brand to one another. That pinching feeling on the sides of the feet especially the pinky toe when it crushes against my other toes is not enjoyable. A really good design should not do this. I want to relieve my toes, not make them more sore after a session.

I know the differences in each compression sleeve. If just looking for a result and someone doesn't want to pay extra for comfort and a more custom fit I can recommend those too. I will only recommend a brand based on the answers you choose on my compression quiz. I am not here to try to convince everyone to buy a Normatec or a BAO system. Some people do just fine with a machine under 500 dollars.

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