Compression therapy, in which pressure is applied to certain areas of the body, has been proven to help with specific medical issues and is relatively easy to use. "Compression for lower extremities ...

Compression socks apply pressure to your lower legs. This can help to increase blood flow and boost circulation, which can be especially helpful if you have venous insufficiency. Compression socks and ...

Whether you’re an elite athlete or just someone who likes staying active, aches and pains are almost unavoidable. It’s easy to reach for a bottle of pain-relieving pills and hope it gets you through ...

Engineers have developed pressure-sensing photonic fibers that they have woven into a typical compression bandage. As the bandage is stretched, the fibers change color. Using a color chart, a ...

When it comes to orthopedic surgery, two of patients’ most important questions are how long their recovery will be and how much pain they will experience. When addressing postoperative pain, ...

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Patients with chronic edema of the leg had lower recurrence of cellulitis with compression therapy when compared with conservative treatment, a new study has found. Chronic edema is a risk factor for ...

In-home fitness has been increasing in popularity, and it saw an even quicker rise during the pandemic when people felt pressured to stay home to stay safe. We strive to get in shape, stay healthy, ...

Compression therapy is one of the biggest keys to success for many elite athletes, so the idea of using this recovery tool may have seemed out of reach. Luckily, this is not the case! Whether you are ...

The merging of technology and fitness has certainly offered up some interesting, giggle-worthy devices. I mean, who'd have thought we'd see roundtables of athletes chilling in space suits? Except, ...