compression leg sleeve

hey i've been seeing some pros wearing those compresion leg sleeves. rathy has one that he got from a friend in korea which i don't think they sell here in america.

i was looking into these things for post-knee surgery. i've had reconstructions on both knees and i'm a couple years out from each. was thinking about taking the knee brace(s) off and replacing them with some kind of compression sleeve. the one rathy has is pretty custom though... just wondering what kind the other riders were wearing and where you can buy something like this here in america: http://gamzimall.com/shop/goods/good...dsno=186785646

http://vimeo.com/30715811

here is a korean wake video showcasing these sleeves, its called ArmorSkin... http://vimeo.com/24254790

Ive seen things similar to them here. You can buy compression pants for snow skiing that have different stretch around certain muscles that put more pressure against the muscle as you are riding a flexing it and the idea is that it keeps your muscle from tiring out and give it more support. I have never seen just a leg sleeve though. I would think it is the same concept though.

Originally Posted by jordansudberry

Ive seen things similar to them here. You can buy compression pants for snow skiing that have different stretch around certain muscles that put more pressure against the muscle as you are riding a flexing it and the idea is that it keeps your muscle from tiring out and give it more support. I have never seen just a leg sleeve though. I would think it is the same concept though.

right but these things have silicone tapping that is part of the sleeve.... im wondering where i can buy one, but here in Amurrrica.... http://gamzimall.com/shop/goods/good...5646&category=

2XU makes these things: http://www.2xu.com/product/262/Compr...Leggings/12/67

what is the difference between these compression sleeves and a regular knee brace?

it has to do with blood flow and muscle contraction more than stabilization

ok thanks for the info. i had arthoscopic knee surgery this summer and i have a slip on knee brace that i got at wallgreens and it doesn't stay in place when i surf and wakeboard so what are some braces you all would recommend?

so these things seem to be just like what all the Olympic Athletes had on during the Olympics this year but in Sleeve form???

Essentially. More like a combo of underarmor and that tape on top.

it basically replaces kinesiology tape

I sell compression sleeves and I use them for running (I just got in to triathlons). I have never thought about using them for wakeboarding but it makes sense. In my eyes, the benefit would be a decrease in vibration in your lower legs during landing. This would lead to your legs being less sore the next day. I used to get shin splints when I would ride a lot and play other sports too. This would have helped with that.

I sell and use a brand called CEP. I like them a lot. I will have to try them while boarding next time.

http://www.activelifestore.com/brand...eg-sleeve.html

I've met with the business development guys from 2XU a couple of times now in my line of work. Their stuff seems pretty legit although I am not wearing any of it at this point, mostly because I havent been real active lately. I think their goods are in over 50 NFL and NBA locker rooms right now. I'd suggest giving it a shot....it cant hurt. I'd also think the recovery sleeves could be great after a long weekend for those of us who go to work on a Monday and sit at a desk all day.