I’m not sure what I expected, but these far surpassed any expectations I had! Other family members were turned off saying they felt too tight, but that’s the way they’re supposed to feel!I originally bought these because I had incredible pain in one foot and the stretches, massages, icing, etc. weren’t helping.I’m not sure exactly what stopped the pain, but am pretty sure these sox played a significant role in helping ease it, probably in tandem with what I was doing.I continue to wear them as aSee full review