Compression socks, leggings, tights... and everything else in compression.

dbmata

ndj1979 wrote: »

DopeItUp wrote: »

They are useful for certain things, but you didn't actually define what you mean by them working. Compression sleeves on my elbows and knees have made a huge difference in pain/comfort/tendonitis prevention (especially the elbows).

I have a feeling I have developed tendonitis in my left elbow…so based on your experience a sleeve would help with that?

Voodoo floss is helping with the tendonitis in my elbow from my bike.

It hurts like a b, like... big time, but you crank that stuff on, move your arm around, and then pound as many pushups as you can.

Take it off, and it helps a lot.

hedgiie

SumnyUK wrote: »

I've only used compression shorts twice when running. Both times I found that I desperately needed to go to the toilet after a few miles. Maybe they compressed my bladder as well (sorry about that image).

Good observation, thanks. I think it makes sense as it compress that part too

hedgiie

blankiefinder wrote: »

Good timing for this post for me! My son is considering getting some compression gear for flying to competitions. Anyone have any experience with this? He liked the fit of the Nike Pro Combat Recovery Hypertights, but they are not cheap ($140). I'm wondering if just good compression socks would do the trick. He was also considering getting a compression long sleeve shirt for the same purpose.

I have compression pants and just recently bought compression calf sleeve. It's optional for me to wear compression, so I use them about 10% of the time. That means I only use them when they are on sight. Those where last second thing for me if I will wear them or not. What I'm saying is that my workouts and activities are separated from this compression things, I'll still enjoy my workouts and activities with or without them. I'm recommending that don't let it be a show stopper for gaining skills or enjoying activities.

hedgiie

hedgiie wrote: »

blankiefinder wrote: »

Good timing for this post for me! My son is considering getting some compression gear for flying to competitions. Anyone have any experience with this? He liked the fit of the Nike Pro Combat Recovery Hypertights, but they are not cheap ($140). I'm wondering if just good compression socks would do the trick. He was also considering getting a compression long sleeve shirt for the same purpose.

I have compression pants and just recently bought compression calf sleeve. It's optional for me to wear compression, so I use them about 10% of the time. That means I only use them when they are on sight. Those where last second thing for me if I will wear them or not. What I'm saying is that my workouts and activities are separated from this compression things, I'll still enjoy my workouts and activities with or without them. I'm recommending that don't let it be a show stopper for gaining skills or enjoying activities.

By the way I only bought them when they are on sale. I don't think it's necessary to have them.

ElliottTN

I only wear them on my really long runs and/or for recovery days or recovery runs. Never for short fast stuff. In the first few miles or any really explosive stuff it tends to make my legs actually feel a bit more stiff and unresponsive. During the backend of a long run though it helps dull the pain of running on tired legs. I don't think I would use them for such things as basketball directly. Just my short, honest, non-scientific opinion.

hedgiie

ElliottTN wrote: »

I only wear them on my really long runs and/or for recovery days or recovery runs. Never for short fast stuff. In the first few miles or any really explosive stuff it tends to make my legs actually feel a bit more stiff and unresponsive. During the backend of a long run though it helps dull the pain of running on tired legs. I don't think I would use them for such things as basketball directly. Just my short, honest, non-scientific opinion.

Thanks for sharing, it's interesting to what you say about into compression during explosive moves which happens a lot during basketball. However, I observe that in contrary many NBA players wear them, but some don't. Anyway, I think it is one of these new technologies in sport which might not be necessary.

hedgiie

First time for me to wear a calf compression and I shoot very well that I did most of the points and even made the game winning shot. Even made shot blocks and steals. I would say that it improve performance. Now, I don't know if this is placebo effect or not but I sure do like the result. I also don't feel that sore after the game.

I'm trying out a compression shirt, I'm planning to get one of those too.