Compression underwear

The first method of compression, tight bandages, used by the military and slaves to relieve leg fatigue and edema in ancient Egypt. Modern compression underwear has replaced the elastic bandages and gained wide popularity in medicine and sports due to its advantages.

Compression underwear creates pressure on the veins. It improves blood circulation, has a micromassage effect. Quality products exert varying degrees of pressure on various parts of the body. This normalizes the outflow of blood in those places that account for the greatest load.

There are several classes of compression underwear:

1. Prophylactic class
2. 1 class of compression
3. 2 compression class
4. 3 class compression.

The prophylactic class exerts light pressure and applies before the onset of the disease, warning it. These are cases of increased leg fatigue with a concomitant lifestyle. An important role can be played by heredity, which increases the likelihood of varicose veins. Preventive knitwear can be used for discomfort in the legs after a working day and a predisposition to edema.

Compression underwear is used in the complex of measures in the treatment of varicose veins. It does not eliminate the cause of the disease, but provides significant support.

Contraindications to its use are:

1. diseases leading to decreased lumen of veins;
2. low systolic pressure;
3. cardiopulmonary insufficiency;
4. diabetes;
5. high sensitivity of the skin.

With frequent use of sports compression underwear, leg muscles do not exercise well. Its use is justified in competitions, during the recovery period or under forced loads.

The choice of compression underwear, above all, should be based on the recommendations of the doctor. Only a specialist can analyze the need for its use and assign a compression class. In addition, the doctor may recommend a manufacturer with competent specialists who will make measurements and select the linen size.

Wearing compression garment is only needed during the daytime. At night it must be removed. It is necessary to put on in the morning, right after sleep, in the prone position with raised legs. On the hands should not be jewelry, so as not to damage the fabric. Rubber gloves can be used to protect the laundry from nails.

Compression underwear can be used in various fields of medicine and in sports. It is used not only for the prevention and treatment of varicose veins, but also after operations. Compression underwear is used after burns and during pregnancy. There is underwear for different parts of the body.

The choice of compression clothes for sports in the first place depends on the specialization. Each of them has its own most vulnerable areas that need support in order to avoid injuries. During the run, these are the ankles, in powerlifting the shoulder girdle. Compression underwear is chosen taking into account the characteristics of each sport. At the same time, it should cover areas of the body that carry the greatest load.

Compression underwear while playing basketball maintains muscles in tone, protects them from external influences during collisions. Thereby increases the potential player. In addition, it removes moisture and saves heat.

During the game of hockey under the form of the players wear sports thermal underwear. It possesses compression properties, including thermoregulation, maintenance of tone and moisture drain. The layered clothing does not limit movements and improves blood circulation.

Providing constant pressure on the muscles, compression underwear tones them. While running, it allows the body not to be distracted by the struggle with loads, minimizes fatigue, which has a positive effect on the result.

Compression underwear is indispensable for training. It allows you to effectively prepare the muscles, keeping them in good shape during the entire period of stress. The effectiveness of training, therefore, greatly increased.

Exercises in the gym often lead to excessive effects on the muscular system. A large percentage of visitors cannot independently assess the consequences of such loads. Compression underwear minimizes the risks of sprains and injuries.

Compression underwear while playing volleyball maintains optimum body temperature, removes excess moisture and provides free access of air to the skin. Thanks to him, blood circulation is stabilized, which prevents the rapid accumulation of lactic acid.

Crossfit requires strength, dexterity and endurance in a short period of time. Serious loads require a responsible approach to them. Compression underwear is an indispensable tool for maintaining muscle tone and comfort during exercise.

Crucial importance in power loads is the constant readiness of the muscles for each approach of the athlete. Protective clothing enhances the strength of the body and prevents the accumulation of rapid fatigue. Thus, compression underwear helps to improve the results of weight gain, reducing the likely health risks.

You can make a correction of the abdomen after childbirth or significant weight loss thanks to abdominoplasty. After surgery, several weeks are required for recovery. During this period of time it is necessary to wear compression underwear. It supports skin areas after surgery and the abdominal wall.

The result of any operation, including on the chest, depends largely on the rehabilitation period. The greatest effect will be achieved in compliance with a set of measures.Among them, diet, restrictions in physical activity and the use of appropriate underwear. The choice of compression laundry depends on the type of operation and the rehabilitation period.

Partial or complete removal of the mammary gland, like any surgery, has the likelihood of complications. One of the most likely in this case - lymphostasis. The use of compression and corrective underwear after surgery is necessary. Such lingerie includes a cancer dressing, a correction bra, and a compression sleeve or bandage.

The compression sleeve will help to evenly distribute the pressure in the arm from the side of the operation. This will reduce the likelihood of lymphostasis. An elastic bandage can also become an analogue to it.

Underwear is underwear that performs several functions depending on the type. It can be heat-saving, moisture-removing and hybrid.

Moisture-removing linen sew from synthetic materials. It does not absorb moisture and immediately takes it outside. Synthetics can cause skin irritation, therefore it is not recommended for pregnant women.

Hybrid underwear consists of two layers. The first layer removes moisture, the second - reduces heat transfer. The effectiveness of a particular function in a hybrid underwear depends on the percentage of materials and their thickness.

Due to high loads during pregnancy and childbirth, compression underwear is recommended for all women during this period. If there are no visible problems with the veins, wear prophylactic underwear. Otherwise, the laundry is prescribed by the doctor.

During childbirth, the risk of complications associated with varicose veins and thrombophlebitis increases significantly. Compression stockings and socks prevent the occurrence of spider veins, edema, relieve tension and cramps.

In the postpartum period, underwear is primarily used for quick body shaping. It helps to reduce the uterus, restore muscle to its original shape, reduce the load on the spine.

After a cesarean section, it is especially important to wear compression underwear. It improves blood circulation, helps the healing of scars and quick recovery after surgery.

Burn compression underwear is the most effective remedy for restoring damaged skin during the rehabilitation period. Scars remain on them, which increase and deform the skin without the use of special underwear. Compression inhibits the growth of the venous network in areas of burns. Scars become less noticeable, the sensitivity of the affected skin is restored. Practice has shown that compression underwear is 1.5–2 times more effective than a pressure bandage.

Compression underwear designed for arms can be anti-rim and burn.It is worn either as a sleeve, if the shoulders are not involved in the operation, or it is fastened on the back.

Currently, compression garments are also made for children. This is not only postoperative or burn underwear, but also sports knitwear.

For the manufacture of compression garments used special durable yarn, design and methods of knitting. These features affect the price, which is several times higher compared to conventional linen.

Famous manufacturers include Medi, Valento, Skins, Sigvaris, Under Armor, Native.

Medi - German brand that produces compression garments and orthopedic products. The range includes medical, hospital, cosmetological, prophylactic, lympological knitwear and knitwear for the treatment of trophic ulcers.

Valento - Russian manufacturer of compression underwear. It produces sports, corrective, therapeutic, prophylactic, postoperative and postpartum knitwear.

Skins - Australian trademark, which produces sports compression knitwear.

Sigvaris - Swiss company producing medical, preventive and sports knitwear.

Under armor - American brand specializing in the production of sports knitwear.

Native - Russian manufacturer of post-burn and postoperative compression garments.

The rating of countries-manufacturers of compression underwear, based on medical effect, operational and visual qualities, allows you to set consumer preferences.

The first place in the ranking is German underwear. Medi has a leading position among German brands.

Swiss-made underwear occupies the second line of the rating. It is not much inferior to compression underwear made in Germany.

Compression knitwear of Russian production ranks fifth in the ranking after Germany, Switzerland, Italy and the United States.

Compression underwear of Ukrainian production is little known in our country for its properties. One of the companies that manufactures compression products is Rehab.

Regardless of the rating and duration of the brand's presence in the market, each of them has both positive and negative consumer reviews. Thus, the leader of the rating, Medi, consumers have noted a decrease in the strength of products. Short-term service buyers note from other companies. However, according to the sensations of comfort, the products of various companies correspond to the rating.

The choice of compression underwear is a responsible task. It should not only be effective, but also not cause discomfort during operation. If skin irritation or little effect on the initial stage of using linen should be changed.