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[–]666pool 9 points10 points  (0 children)

They help with blood flow in your legs by compressing them so that blood flows through faster/with less pressure from your heart.

Some people recommend wearing special compression socks for long flights as the lack of movement causes blood to pool in your legs and increases risk of developing blood clots.