![]() Nylon and spandex are durable and stretchier fabrics. Some are also made of cotton, neoprene or bamboo. What material is best?Ĭalf compression sleeves are usually constructed from a nylon/spandex blend. If they dig into your skin, make red marks or cause pain, they are the wrong fit. It’s normal for them to be tighter at your ankles than at the top of your calves. If they’re moving up or down as you run, chances are they aren’t working.Ĭalf sleeves deliver a graduated compression. Usually, you will need to measure the circumference of the largest part of your calf and compare it to a size chart.Ĭompression sleeves should fit well enough to stay in place on your legs without moving around. It’s best to follow a ‘try it and see’ approach and find what works best for you.Īre there any additional features that you need to look out for? How to judge the sizeĮach brand of compression sleeve will give you a clear guide on how to measure for size. Problem solved!Īs you can see, there isn’t much science to this part. You simply choose a sleeve that fits your calves and then wear any socks that fit your feet. ![]() If you are dealing with these types of issues, calf sleeves may be your answer. Others want the calf compression benefits but also want to be able to wear their own anti-odor, specially padded or even lucky socks! Some people struggle to find the right size socks because they have smaller feet and larger calves, or vice versa. Lastly, calf sleeves offer more customization because you can mix and match them with any socks. By choosing a well-fitting sock or sleeve, you can prevent this issue altogether. Unlike calf sleeves, which can shift up or down on the calf. Staying in placeĬompression socks tend to stay in place better than calf sleeves because they can only move down. Compression socks don’t have this problem because they compress your whole foot, ankle and calf and the fluid isn’t able to sink back down the leg. Potential problems with swellingĬompression sleeves may cause problems with swelling and fluid build-up at the base of your ankles because of where they start compressing (at the ankle). Whereas a sleeve starts at the level of your ankle and only covers your calf. The differences include: What it coversĬompression socks fit over your whole foot, ankle and calf. Choosing one over the other usually comes down to personal preference and comfort. The same is true after your calf strain has healed.Īlthough calf compression sleeves and socks use similar graduated compression technology, there are a few small differences between them. ![]() In this case, a calf sleeve helps ‘splint’ the injured area, reducing the vibration in the muscles and protecting your calf from further injury as you move around.ĭuring your return-to-running program, having less vibration in the calves can reduce muscle fatigue, micro-injuries and post-exercise soreness. In calf strain, your calf muscles will be sensitive to most movement. Reduced muscle oscillationĬompression sleeves can reduce muscle oscillation – the vibration that occurs in your muscles as your foot strikes the ground when walking or running. It also promotes the healing of the injured tissues during and after exercise or injury. Improved lymphatic circulation reduces swelling and pain. It also clears the area of old or injured cells to make way for new ones. The lymphatic system drains away waste products released from your muscles. Lymphatic flowĬalf sleeves increase the pressure in your lymphatic vessels too. ![]() By improving your circulation, compression sleeves improve calf strain healing and running performance.
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