Research Advancements in Humanoid Compression Garments in Sports

Abstract

The utilization of sport-related compression garments has attracted a great deal of attention from among Sports Science scholars. The function of the garments, such as to maintain muscle functions, reduce sports injuries and improve athletic performance, has been an issue of debate since the beginning of the new century. In this study, a number of methods including a literature review, logical analysis and mathematical statistics, are used to analyse earlier compression garments research, which can be found by searching hardcopy journals and online databases. Among the existing studies, most have tested and confirmed the functions of the garments; however, only a few have mentioned the underlying mechanism. Thus, by using more advanced and appropriate compression materials, future studies into compression garments will be focused on the vibration characteristics of muscles (soft tissues), and especially on their proprioceptive sensation, neuromuscular control, injury prevention and performance enhancement.

Effect of Wearing Whole Body Compression Garments on Cardiovascular Function using ECG Signals

“…Moreover, in the research of accuracy performance of archers, better accuracy and lower heart rate occur at the same time, based on a comparison between experienced archers and inexperienced archers [18]. However, the mechanism behind the physiological and biochemical responses of wearing CGs still remain unclear [13,19].…”

Effectiveness of Compression Garments on Selected Physiological, Perceptual and Performance Measures While Traversing Austere Conditions at Altitude: A Pilot Study

“…These findings are in accordance with other studies that reported a decreased physiological cost while performing submaximal endurance exercise when wearing CGs. 7,16 The decrease of physiological demand while exercising is extremely desirable, as this may lead to an increase in exercise capacity and muscle efficiency. 6,17 In addition, previous studies have reported that CGs provided participants with increased kinesthetic and proprioceptive awareness leading to an increase in running efficiency, resulting in a decrease in the metabolic cost of exercise.…”

“…6,17 In addition, previous studies have reported that CGs provided participants with increased kinesthetic and proprioceptive awareness leading to an increase in running efficiency, resulting in a decrease in the metabolic cost of exercise. 16,17 The combination of the lower metabolic energy cost and the possible ergogenic effect exerted on the exercising limbs may explain the decrease in caloric expenditure during sub-maximal exercise. 22 For recreational and athletic competitors, it is not only the ability to express power, but also sustaining it may ultimately determine success.…”

“…Research investigating the use of CGs for performance enhancement has been conducted in both laboratory 11,12 and field 13 setting with trained trail runners. 9,10,14 In practice, CGs are often worn by recreational (novice) populations because of the garment's aesthetic value, rather than its functionality 16 and with the assumption that it decreases soreness and increases performance. However, these may be based on the marketing messages by companies claiming that their products will improve athletic performance and increase physiological efficiency to increase exercise capacity.…”

Progresses of the Badminton equipment relate to exercise: Some training aspects

“…With the progress of time and the development of technology, the high-tech badminton equipment takes an increasingly important role in general itness and athletics [1]. Badminton has been attracted much attention, especially after the Barcelona Olympic Games in 1992 [2].…”