As air travel increases each year, Americans can expect to hear and see more news about the term “economy class syndrome” (ECS). This term is used to describe the leg symptoms experienced by frequent air travelers or air passengers on long trips, and has been associated with the serious leg condition called deep vein thrombosis (DVT). While there is a heightened concern about this condition among air passengers, many people are not aware that there are easy, effective and economical solutions that can reduce the symptoms of ECS and decrease the risk for DVT. Medical-grade gradient compression hosiery, such as Jobst Gradient Hosiery can help prevent the leg swelling and decreased blood circulation that may be contributors to DVT.