Description

Compression shorts and tights are undergarments usually worn by athletes. They are form-fitting garments and when worn, cover the athlete’s waist to mid or lower thigh, similar to cycling shorts.

• 84% Polyester, 16% Spandex
• Imported
• Elastic closure
• Machine Wash
• 0.7″ high
• 14″ wide
• Compression fit short featuring contrast elastic waistband and chafe-resistant flat lock seams
• Cool DRI interlock fabric dries faster for maximum comfort
• Cool Comfort technology rapidly wicks away moisture
• 9″ inseam

Compression garments are pieces of clothing that fit tightly around the skin. In medical contexts, compression garments provide support for people who have to stand for long periods or have poor circulation. These come in varying degrees of compression, and higher degree compression sleeves, such as sleeves that provide compression of 20–30 mmHg or higher, typically require a doctor’s prescription. Compression garments worn on the legs can help prevent deep vein thrombosis and reduce swelling, especially while traveling.

In sports, form-fitting compression sportswear, usually made of spandex, is commonly worn by athletes and in exercise to prevent chafing and rashes.

A bellyband, wrap, or abdominal binder is a compression garment which resembles a tubetop but worn over the abdomen of expectant mothers. Bellybands are also commonly worn post child birth to help provide abdominal and back support thereby making it easier to perform day to day tasks, and to help mothers with their posture.

Compression stockings and socks is hosiery specifically designed to help prevent the occurrence of various medical disorders relating to blood circulation in the legs. They can also be used to halt the progression of these disorders.

Compression sportswear (shirts, shorts, sleeves, socks or underwear) is usually worn by athletes who wish to enhance performance or recovery speed. Garments are form-fitting garments often made from a spandex-type material.