Socks it to ’em

Yes, yes, we know DVT is not the sexiest subject – but at least there’s now an alternative to the plain old grey support stocking.

These socks from VRt come in a range of different colours and help prevent the dangerous condition by keeping blood flowing.

People are particularly vulnerable to getting DVT particularly on long haul flights and journeys of more than three hours in a small space  and certain groups of people are more at risk – those who smoke, take the contraceptive pill, pregnant women or those who have just given birth, post operational patients, the obese, over 60s or those with varicose veins … so it is worth taking precaution.

The socks use a new technique called GCtech that graduates compression on the leg to the areas that need it most and there are three different fittings to make sure you get the right one.

£29.99 from www.VRlegwear.com.