Designed with padding uniquely intended for basketball’s specific demands, Thorlos Basketball Crew Socks have Been clinically shown to reduce pain and blisters, pressure and moisture, helping you to get more out of your basketball game, and let you play harder and longer, cushioning jumps and stressful lateral movements.Made in the US, and constructed with exclusive Thorlon fibre for greater softness, durability and moisture wicking, Thorlos Basketball Crew Socks are padded underfoot, at the heel and up, over the Achilles\' tendon area. Toes and ball of the feet are cushioned, with hand linked toes for smooth seams that prevent rubbed or irritated feet with their low profile.