Compression boots and sleeves
Compression boots and sleeves offer several benefits, primarily related to improved circulation
and reduced swelling, making them useful for post-exercise recovery and managing certain
medical conditions. They can help speed up muscle recovery, reduce soreness, and improve
range of motion. Additionally, compression therapy can assist in managing conditions like
varicose veins and lymphedema.
Compression boots
Swelling Reduction
By encouraging the body to flush out metabolic by-products and excess fluid, compression boots can help reduce swelling and inflammation in the legs and feet.
Improved Circulation
Compression boots work by creating a sequential compression on the legs, which helps to pump blood back towards the heart and improve circulation.
Faster Recovery
Increased blood flow and lymphatic drainage can help speed up the body’s natural recovery process, potentially reducing muscle soreness and fatigue.
Muscle Relaxation and Increased Range of Motion
The compression can also help relax muscles and improve flexibility and range of motion.
Potential Benefits for Specific Conditions
Compression boots can be beneficial for individuals with conditions like varicose veins, venous insufficiency, lymphedema, and leg ulcers.
Compression Sleeves
Improved Circulation
Like boots, compression sleeves can also help improve circulation in the legs and feet, particularly during or after physical activity.
Reduced Swelling
They can help minimize swelling in the legs and feet, especially for individuals who sit or stand for long periods.
Support and Relief
Compression sleeves can provide support and relief for individuals with muscle soreness, fatigue, or other discomfort.
Potential Benefits for Specific Conditions
Compression sleeves can be helpful for managing conditions like varicose veins and lymphedema.
Performance Enhancement
In athletes, compression sleeves may improve circulation and reduce muscle fatigue during workouts.
Circulation
Each chamber from foot to thigh inflates one after another until all four chambers are fully inflated and then subsequently all four chambers are decompressed. This cycle maximises blood flow, removes lactic acid, and is ideal for post-workout recovery and reducing muscle soreness.
Sequence
This cycle inflates and deflates each chamber separately up to the desired pressure. This cycle is designed to stimulate the muscles while limiting the duration of pressure applied at one time.
Combination
Benefit from the best of Circulation and Sequence cycles through combining them into a single cycle. Alternating between best of improved circulation and targeted muscle stimulated.
Important Considerations
While compression boots and sleeves can be beneficial, they are not a replacement for proper rest, nutrition, and hydration.
Compression therapy may not be suitable for everyone, and it’s always best to consult with a healthcare professional before starting compression therapy, especially if you have any underlying medical conditions or are taking medications.