Where Are They Made? It really does matter, we make our compression socks in our own factory in Northern Italy, and every part of the quality is controlled from start to finish. Making compression since 1998, Vitalsox has learned many things about the true ideal compression. Testing for maximum circulation we found a graduated compression that is ideal for Athletics, Recovery, and Performance. The US granted us a patent on this "ideal" graduated compression, our compression starts at the mid foot, compared to other compression socks that start at the ankle. Our exclusive fibers, they are infused with Silver. Designed for: Running, Walking, Athletics, Sports, Gym, Yoga, Nurses, Maternity, Working, Standing, Sitting, Driving, Traveling, Flying, or you can even sleep in them. Recovery More Circulation: Quicker recovery since your feet are the furthest away from your heart recovery can be slower than other parts of your body.