Oedema (the medical term for fluid retention), lymphoedema (chronic swelling caused by the lymphatic system not draining properly) and other size-related conditions of the legs, ankles and feet affect many, many people. Your mother, and her mother before her, might have known the condition as ‘dropsy’ or ‘hydropsy’, but whatever the name, oedema is excess fluid in the spaces within the body’s tissues, that causes uncomfortable swelling beneath the skin. If this affects you, our specially designed Iomi Footnurse Oedema Extra Wide Cotton Socks can help by stretching gently to accommodate the contours of your legs and feet, without restriction.These soft touch, cotton rich Iomi Footnurse Oedema Extra Wide Cotton Socks reach a maximum leg circumference of 30 inches (76 cm) with a loose knit that is gentle, expands greatly and doesn\'t construct or create additional pressure on sensitive, swollen legs. The socks have been produced with flat, hand-linked toes for smooth seams that are kind to your feet. Iomi Footnurse Oedema Extra Wide Cotton Socks are made in Britain to high standards.