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Are Wrist Supports Necessary for Gymnastics, Cheerleading, or Backyard Tumbling?

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Wrist health is very important, especially in stunts and tricks as seen in gymnastics, cheerleading or even the simple backyard stunt. Such sports require the usage of muscles that involve precision as well as strength and flexibility and many of them put a lot of pressure on wrists. Information on the need for wrist supports can help athletes and enthusiasts reduce the risk of developing wrist issues or improving performance. This article focuses on using wrist supports and their effectiveness in the case of prevention or injuries, rehabilitation processes, and improving athletes’ performance. The Design and Function of Wrists in Gymnastics, Cheerleading and Tumbling In gymnastics, cheerleading and stunt tumbling, for example, the wrists play a very important role when it comes to manoeuvring and performing specific moves. Thus, the wrists are subjected to shear force, repetitive stress and high-impact forces during handstands, cartwheels, flips and stunts.  From time to time,...

Taking Care of Yourself After Surgery with Compression Socks

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Compression socks after surgery play an important role in aiding the recovery process for patients. It also benefits blood circulation and the prevention of blood clots and relieves pain and swelling of the legs. It is with this in mind that, in this article, we are going to explain in detail what these compression socks are, and the most frequently asked questions that people have concerning their usage after surgery. Let's dive in! What Are Compression Socks? compression stockings are tight sock-like garments that are worn to enhance circulation in the legs by applying pressure on the calf muscles. They are widely applied in the medical practice to avert and manage different conditions including deep vein thrombosis, edema, and varicose veins. They are also used often after operations are performed because they facilitate blood flow, which is vital when it comes to healing and minimising the risk of post-operation issues. Compression socks come in different designs, and fiscal ...

The Right Way to Wear Medical Compression Socks

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Compression socks are thinner than medical stockings but have medial tubular sides that gently constrict your leg. It is useful in the regulation of blood flow, prevention of the formation of varicose veins, and the enhancement of comfort regularly. These socks have graduated compression and this implies that their compression is more towards the foot and the ankle, and then as it goes up your leg it reduces slightly. As we have seen, compression socks are fashioned to snug partially on your legs and therefore it is difficult to put them on. Understanding how to wear compression socks will benefit you in your daily activities. Here, we will be explaining in detail how to wear medical compression socks. When Should You Wear Compression Socks? For compression socks to be right for you, you'll need to ask yourself a few questions: Has it been some time since you felt some tiredness and aching on your feet in whatever activity you indulge in? Are you mostly sitting or standing fr...

How Knee Support Braces Can Alleviate General Knee Pain?

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A knee oversplit is a general knee pain experienced by anyone, regardless of gender or age, due to engaging in any activity. This may develop due to overworking of the joint, injuries, arthritis, or sometimes it may just be due to old age. Knee pain is a major health issue. It is important to manage it properly to enable mobility and improve quality of life.  Among the most iconic remedies for knee pain knee support braces are effective. These braces are used to provide stability, reduce inflammation, and support the healing of the bones. In this blog, we will discuss 5 ways to reduce your general knee pain. 5 Effective Ways How Knee Support Braces Are Good For General Pain 1. Providing Stability and Support Knee support braces are considered to be relevant in the management of general knee pain because of the support they offer. These braces are meant to take pressure off the knee joint so that proper alignment will be achieved and further injury avoided. Wearing Knee Support B...

How To Fly Stress-Free with Our 360 Relief Compression Socks for Air Travel?

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Air travel can be an exciting experience and a change in environment, with new places, new languages and new experiences. However, with long flights it is also possible to experience some other inconveniences – this is connected with physical comfort and health issues. Whether it is the inability to stretch out, the state of being squeezed into tight seats or the high cabin pressure, air travel is hard on the legs. Long hours of sitting and little movement can cause blood and lymphatic stagnation leading to some complications like swelling and DVT. Luckily, 360 Relief Compression Socks are a perfect fix for these common complaints associated with travel. Comfortable and versatile, our specially designed compression socks will help you fly rest assured, knowing that your legs will be stress-free and healthy. The Science of Being Uncomfortable During a Flight Staying in one position for several hours a day proves to be tiring. Worse still on a flight, this is compounded by low pressu...

How We Recover Achilles Tendon With 360 Relief Compression Socks For Better Lifestyle

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Achilles tendon injuries can happen to anyone, whether exercising or a non-athlete, and they are quite often. Tendons such as the Achilles tendon by linking the calf muscles to heal bone are crucial in activities such as walking, running and jumping. It is used in the action that brings about flexion of the elbow and in walking and jumping; injuries to this tendon cause pain and disability in movement and general living. Thankfully, there are products, such as the 360 Relief Compression Socks , that can assist in the recovery process and enhance your life. Let’s discuss in this blog, how these socks help in recovery and what steps to be taken so that it is a complete and successful process. Understanding Achilles Tendon Injuries The Achilles tendon is one of the largest and one of the most significant tendons that exist in your body. It enables you to participate in activities that involve moving, walking or running. But, due to its daily usage, it is also prone to getting damaged o...

Compression Socks for Flying: How to Wear Them & Benefits

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A compression sock, also referred to as a graduated compression stocking, is a sock that fits on the legs and feet and applies pressure or traction to the legs to increase blood flow. They can also be useful if you need to travel by plane because given the still conditions, you are more at risk of developing blood clots, especially if you have circulation problems. This article explains how, the advantage you stand to gain when you wear it, how to select the right style for the right intended use and possible side effects associated with use of the compression socks. How Compression Socks Help During Air Travelling If one is at a higher risk of developing blood clots for any reason, then a doctor may prescribe the use of compression socks in the course of flying. Compression socks are worn more tightly than ordinary socks; they work on the principle of enhancing blood flow by applying pressure on the legs. This can help decrease the risk of oedema, pain and formation of blood clots...