The right kind of support hosiery can combat the negative effects caused by long periods of standing or sitting. With a compression factor of 10, Elbeo Caresse Firm Support XL Tights help in improving blood circulation and reducing swelling.Elbeo Caresse Firm Support XL Tights are a matt finish semi-opaque 30 denier, with a shaped leg that gives graduated compression from hip to ankle. They have a comfort waistband on a reinforced boxer brief style body with a cotton gusset.A durable reinforced toe and underfoot section is provided, with a shaped heel. These UK-made tights are manufactured to British Standard BS6612.85, as recommended by doctors, and have a reinforced toe, comfort waistband, reinforced boxer brief body and a Cotton gusset.(06/12)