Compression boots help athletes recover faster through a combination of mechanisms that enhance circulation, reduce muscle soreness, and decrease recovery time. Here's how they work:
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Improved Blood Circulation:
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Increased Blood Flow: Compression boots use sequential pulsing to enhance blood flow in the legs. This helps to deliver oxygen and nutrients to muscles more efficiently, facilitating quicker recovery.
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Venous Return: By promoting venous return, they help move deoxygenated blood and metabolic waste products like lactic acid out of the muscles, reducing fatigue and soreness.
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Reduced Muscle Soreness and Swelling:
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Lymphatic Drainage: The compression mimics the muscle pump effect, aiding in lymphatic drainage. This helps to clear out waste products and reduces swelling and inflammation in the muscles.
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Decreased Edema: By reducing fluid build-up, compression boots can alleviate edema and the associated discomfort