Do compression stockings and/or socks improve other conditions besides venous and arterial issues? if so, what might those be?

Compression stocking: Compression stockings principally help venous insufficiency concerns. They do not aid or abet arterial insufficiency states. They lcan

Vasovagal syncope: Still related to perturbations in vascular tone and/or inappropriate tachycardia, also benefits from compression stockings.

Lymphedema: Graduated compression stocking with 20-30 mmHg help to decrease lymphedema, improve venous return, increase arterial vascular flow, reduce muscle atrophy, decreased phlebitis, reduced varicose vein formation.

But not arteries: As a wound specialist I use compression stockings for leg edema due to venous insufficiency or chronic lymph edema but never for arterial problems as they can exacerbate artererial disease. You should always be sure that they are not being used for fluid overload kidney or liver dz which may also cause leg swelling.

Compression: yes also for lymphedema do help to energize legs during daily activities in people with active lifestyles stand or sit for long periods of time