Performance

Yes, the Performance Crew is designed for 12+ hour nursing shifts on hard hospital floors where you are constantly standing, walking, and moving for your entire shift. The APMA-accepted 20-30 mmHg graduated compression maintains healthy blood flow throughout your entire shift, reducing that heavy, dead leg feeling that normally sets in after hours on concrete and tile floors. The patented arch and ankle support technology functions like custom orthotics built into your socks, lifting and stabilizing your arch throughout the day to help reduce the risk of plantar fasciitis and heel pain that plague healthcare workers at every level. The moisture-wicking fabric keeps feet dry and comfortable even during the busiest, most demanding days when you barely have time to sit down, while the thin profile fits inside any nursing shoe or sneaker without adding bulk or changing how your shoes feel.

All Apolla styles were designed by professional dancers Kaycee Jones and Brianne Zborowski and earned APMA acceptance through rigorous board-certified panel review for promoting foot health. All styles are FSA/HSA eligible as qualified medical expenses with no prescription required. Pay with pre-tax dollars. Made in USA. Our 90-day satisfaction guarantee with free exchanges means you can try them risk-free.

Nina G. worked as a nurse for 38 years. "Best compression socks I have come across after working as a nurse for 38 years. They hug your feet in a uniquely supportive way and have held up well with regular use."

The Performance Crew is best for all-day standing professionals. Nurses, teachers, retail workers, hospitality staff, and anyone on their feet for extended periods during demanding shifts on hard surfaces like concrete, tile, and hardwood floors. This crew-length style provides APMA-accepted 20-30 mmHg graduated compression with patented arch and ankle support technology designed for 12+ hour wear, reducing leg fatigue and improving blood circulation throughout your entire shift so your legs do not feel heavy and dead when you finally get home. The patented arch support functions like custom orthotics built into your socks, lifting and stabilizing your arch throughout the day to help reduce the risk of plantar fasciitis, heel pain, and the foot fatigue that accumulates from constant standing and walking.

The moisture-wicking fabric keeps feet dry and comfortable even during the busiest days, while the thin profile fits inside any work shoe without adding bulk. All Apolla styles were designed by professional dancers Kaycee Jones and Brianne Zborowski and earned APMA acceptance through rigorous board-certified panel review for promoting foot health. All styles are FSA/HSA eligible as qualified medical expenses with no prescription required. Made in USA.

Matthew M. is a nurse who found relief. "These socks have made a nurse who walks all day and has feet that hurt feel great again. After the first few hours I could tell these were a wonderful addition to my life."

Yes, the Performance Crew patented arch and ankle support technology addresses plantar fasciitis by lifting and stabilizing your arch throughout the entire day, functioning like custom orthotics built into sock form that you can wear everywhere, every day. The APMA-accepted 20-30 mmHg graduated compression reduces inflammation and improves blood circulation to support the body's natural recovery process, while the arch support lifts your plantar fascia at key insertion points to reduce the mechanical strain that causes that sharp heel pain, especially with your first steps each morning. Many healthcare workers, teachers, and retail workers have switched from expensive custom insoles costing $200-800 to Apolla because the relief is comparable at a fraction of the cost.

Unlike insoles that only work inside one pair of shoes, Apolla socks provide arch support with every pair of shoes you own. The patented technology was developed by professional dancers who experienced foot pain firsthand and earned APMA acceptance through rigorous board-certified panel review for promoting foot health. All Apolla styles are FSA/HSA eligible as qualified medical expenses with no prescription required. Made in USA. Our 90-day satisfaction guarantee with free exchanges means you can try them risk-free.

Cheryl C. struggled with plantar fasciitis for a year. "After nearly a year dealing with plantar fasciitis, I found no relief until I tried Apolla. I had nearly immediate relief after only one day. These socks are amazing!"

Yes, the Performance Crew is perfect for teachers standing on hard classroom floors all day long, from first bell to dismissal and through after-school activities, meetings, and tutoring sessions. The APMA-accepted 20-30 mmHg graduated compression reduces the leg fatigue that builds from constant standing, walking between desks, and moving through hallways, while the patented arch and ankle support technology cushions every single step throughout your teaching day like custom orthotics built into sock form. The moisture-wicking fabric keeps feet dry and comfortable even during the busiest days when you barely have time to sit down, and the thin profile fits inside any shoe including sneakers, flats, and dress shoes without adding bulk or being visible.

Teaching on hard surfaces like tile, concrete, and linoleum takes a serious toll on your feet, legs, and back over time. The graduated compression helps reduce the risk of cumulative damage by maintaining healthy blood flow throughout the day. All Apolla styles were designed by professional dancers and earned APMA acceptance through rigorous board-certified panel review for promoting foot health. All styles are FSA/HSA eligible as qualified medical expenses with no prescription required. Made in USA.

Theresa C. is a teacher dealing with plantar fasciitis. "I bought these socks so I could have some ankle and heel support while dealing with plantar fasciitis. I am a teacher and I am on my feet all day which includes going up and down stairs at least 8 times a day."

The Performance Crew is designed for general everyday use. Nurses, teachers, retail workers, and anyone needing medical-grade compression without dance-specific traction for their daily work and activities. The Performance Shock is designed for dancers with refreshable traction technology engineered for studio floors, marley, and sprung stages. Both provide identical APMA-accepted 20-30 mmHg graduated compression with the same patented arch and ankle support technology, the same ankle stabilization at key ligament insertion points, the same moisture-wicking fabric, and the same crew-length coverage. The only difference is the refreshable traction on the bottom of the Performance Shock for dance floor grip. The compression, arch support, and ankle stabilization are exactly the same between both styles, so your choice comes down to whether you need floor grip for dance or not.

Both styles were designed by professional dancers Kaycee Jones and Brianne Zborowski and earned APMA acceptance through rigorous board-certified panel review for promoting foot health. All Apolla styles are FSA/HSA eligible as qualified medical expenses with no prescription required. Made in USA. Choose the Performance Crew for work, daily wear, and athletic footwear. Choose the Performance Shock if you need dance floor grip.

Kimberly M. wears them for nursing. "I was surprised at how good my feet felt after my shift, the gentle compression provided support without being uncomfortable. I was tired but my feet did not ache, this is huge for me."