When I had my TIA last year, they used the kind that prevented clotting, and it was fabulous! I wished I could take it home with me, because that was the best my legs had felt in a long time. The hubs has been looking for a cheap(er) one for me to use at home, but as of yet, they are out of our reach.

At first I didn't want to wear it, then I didn't want to take it off . The only complaint I had was that my legs would sweat at night (under the covers) when I wore them.