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Compression Socks for Nurses - 15-20 mmHg
15-20 mmHg graduated compression
Reduce Leg Pain for 12-Hour Shifts
Prevents varicose veins
Non-slip top band, stays up all day
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Arrives in 2-5 Business Day
Size guide — compression socks
| Size | Shoe size (US) — Men / Women | Calf circumference |
|---|---|---|
| XS/S | 4–7 / 3–6 | 6.5 – 8 in |
| M/L | 7.5–11 / 5.5–9 | 8 – 10 in |
| XL/2XL | 10–14 / 8–13 | 9 – 11 in |
| 3XL/4XL | 13–17 / 11–16 | 10 – 13 in |
Measure your calf at its widest point. If you're between sizes, size up.
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$4.95 shipping on orders below $40
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Processing time: 24 hours
Express shipping: (2-5 days)
Machine Wash Cold
Air Dry Only
No Bleach or Softener
Replace Every 4-6 Months
With daily wear, socks maintain optimal compression for 100+ washes.
Finding the right fit matters. That’s why we give you 100 full days to wear, wash, and truly test your socks.
If they don’t fit just right, simply email us your order number and the size you need. We’ll send the new size free of charge — no need to return the first pair.
Because comfort shouldn’t be a gamble.
With 8,000+ five-star reviews, our socks have become the trusted choice for nurses who need their legs to last as long as their shifts.
Your Shift Shouldn't End With Your Feet Screaming.
Swollen ankles by hour 6. Throbbing calves by the time you clock out. That's not "normal" for nurses, it's poor circulation from being on your feet for 12+ hours straight.
15-20 mmHg graduated compression creates a pumping effect that pushes blood back to your heart from your first vitals to final charting. Swelling stops before it starts.
Results from your very first shift. Not "maybe after a few weeks."
A Fit For Every Leg, No Exceptions.
Cheap compression socks squeeze everywhere equally. Too tight at your calf, useless at your ankle. Pain without results.
Graduated compression is engineered: 100% pressure where swelling happens (ankle), decreasing to 50% at your knee.
Strong enough to work. Comfortable enough to wear 12+ hours.
Prevent Varicose Veins Before They Start.
Standing for 12+ hours puts you at 60% higher risk of developing varicose veins than the general population. Once they appear, they don't go away...
Graduated compression keeps blood flowing properly throughout your shift, preventing the pooling that causes those twisted, bulging veins. It's not just about comfort today, it's about protecting your legs for the rest of your career.
Wear them now. Save your legs for later.
What Makes These Different From Regular Compression Socks?
Most compression socks are built for casual wear. Ours are built for the ward. Here's what you'll notice from your very first shift:
Graduated 15-20 mmHg compression
The clinically recommended pressure for healthcare workers who spend 12 hours on their feet. Strongest at the ankle, progressively releasing up the leg to actively fight gravity and keep blood flowing — through every code, every transfer, every long hallway sprint.
Moisture-wicking fabric
Hospital floors are hot, and 12 hours is a long time. Our fabric pulls sweat away the moment it forms, so you're not peeling off damp socks at the end of your shift. Just dry, comfortable feet, patient one through patient thirty.
Antimicrobial treatment
Reduces odor-causing bacteria so your socks stay fresh through back-to-back shifts. Because your focus should be on your patients, not your feet.
Reinforced heel & toe
Engineered for the wear pattern of someone who never truly stands still. Wash after wash, shift after shift, they hold their shape and their
Non-slip top band
No more ducking into a supply room to pull your socks up. They stay put from pre-shift huddle to end-of-shift handoff.
Soft, breathable knit
Comfortable enough to forget you're wearing them. But the day you show up without them? Your legs will let you know.
What Makes These Different From Regular Compression Socks?
Most compression socks are built for casual wear. Ours are built for the ward. Here's what you'll notice from your very first shift:
Graduated 15-20 mmHg compression
The clinically recommended pressure for healthcare workers who spend 12 hours on their feet. Strongest at the ankle, progressively releasing up the leg to actively fight gravity and keep blood flowing through every code, every transfer, every long hallway sprint.
Moisture-wicking fabric
Hospital floors are hot, and 12 hours is a long time. Our fabric pulls sweat away the moment it forms, so you're not peeling off damp socks at the end of your shift. Just dry, comfortable feet, patient one through patient thirty.
Reduces odor-causing bacteria so your socks stay fresh through back-to-back shifts. Because your focus should be on your patients, not your feet.
Reinforced heel & toe
Engineered for the wear pattern of someone who never truly stands still. Wash after wash, shift after shift, they hold their shape and their compression.
Non-slip top band
No more ducking into a supply room to pull your socks up. They stay put from pre-shift huddle to end-of-shift handoff.
Soft, breathable knit
Comfortable enough to forget you're wearing them. But the day you show up without them? Your legs will let you know.
Stay Dry Through 12-Hour Shifts.
Cheap compression socks trap heat and moisture. By hour 6, your feet are sweaty, uncomfortable, and you can smell them through your shoes.
BaseCompress uses moisture-wicking fabric that breathes. Your feet stay
dry from clock-in to clock-out — even during codes, patient lifts, and rushing between rooms.
No swamp feet. No odor. Just fresh, dry comfort all shift long.
Every shift, from the moment you clock in to the moment you walk out. Whether you're on a 12-hour day shift, a night shift, or a double. BaseCompress are designed to support you the entire time you're on your feet.
BaseCompress provides 15-20 mmHg graduated compression. The clinically recommended level for healthcare workers who stand all day. Strong enough to make a real difference, comfortable enough to forget you're wearing them.
It happens! Just send them back and we will send you a replacement right away.
Please select a 2 or 4 pack and use the drop-down menu to choose the sizes you want.
Yes. Machine wash on cold and let air dry is our recommendation.
If you aren't happy with your purchase, just send them back for a full refund. No questions asked.
Most US orders arrive within 2-5 business days once shipped.
In some rare cases it can take longer.
Please contact our customer support team at contact@basecompress.com or call +1 (771) 202-6305 with any questions.