What is the effect of compression garments on a balance task in female athletes?

Highlights • Loose and well fitted CGs and their effect on a balance task was measured. • CGs may provide additional feedback during periods of reduced vision. • CGs may assist to improve balance in athletes. • CGs may be beneficial for injury management, rehabilitation and prevention. • Correct siz...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Gait & posture 2014-02, Vol.39 (2), p.804-809
Hauptverfasser:	Michael, Jacob S, Dogramaci, Sera N, Steel, Kylie A, Graham, Kenneth S
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Adolescent Adult Athlete Athletes Athletic Injuries - physiopathology Athletic Injuries - prevention & control Athletic Injuries - rehabilitation Biomechanical Phenomena Compression garment Cross-Over Studies Double-Blind Method Female Healthy Volunteers Humans Leg - physiology Motor learning Orthopedics Postural Balance - physiology Pressure Proprioception Psychomotor Performance - physiology Stockings, Compression
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Zusammenfassung:	Highlights • Loose and well fitted CGs and their effect on a balance task was measured. • CGs may provide additional feedback during periods of reduced vision. • CGs may assist to improve balance in athletes. • CGs may be beneficial for injury management, rehabilitation and prevention. • Correct sizing of CGs is essential for its proper application.
ISSN:	0966-6362 1879-2219
DOI:	10.1016/j.gaitpost.2013.11.001