I know that people, especially men don't like varicose veins. Men don't like them in women but for themselves they just don't care. Well they should since it is not only an aesthetic problem but also a great risk when it comes to your health. If you have serious varicose veins, you will develop a risk of building up blood clots, and when this happens you are in the risk of serious complications. This is the most important reason for you to search for anti embolism stocking. Most of the knee high support hose for men are enough to prevent this from happening, and if you feel like you are easy to form varicose veins then you should really consider getting them.
There are unisex support hose that you could cosider getting, but most of these models are actually a little bit on the feminin side - this is no problem if you don't care if some of it shows when you lift your legs, but if it is important, then getting mens support stockings is a good idea. Some call them even support tights but when it comes to mens stockings I would not go that far. Usually deep vein trombosis occurs when the person is sitting most part of the day and is not moving their legs. The most effective thing that you can do to prevent this from happening is to stand up every fifteen minutes and take a little stroll. When you move your legs the muscles contract, and since most of the veins are located between the leg muscles, it will preven the blood from packing in your feet.
The best way to test out the model that fits you, is to find one that actually really feels tight. You will have to notice it - it is not going to be enough that it feels like a regular pair of socks. The stores that sell knee high compression stockings for men, usually provide you with a great size chart that you can use. Just measure your legs and feet and you will get a good idea about the size that you should get.
If you want to improve your circulation, it is not just about the compression but you will have to move your feet every now and then, and also keep them cool, since cool makes your veins smaller.