Relexx® Recovery Boots are advanced devices designed to accelerate recovery after intense physical activity. But how do they actually work?
The technology behind the Relexx® Recovery Boots is mainly based on compression and compressed air. The cuffs are placed around the legs and connected to a control unit. Once turned on, they begin performing rhythmic compression and decompression cycles.
Compression occurs by inflating air chambers inside the boots or cuffs. This creates a gradual pressure that decreases from the foot to the heart. This increases blood flow and circulation, which in turn helps remove waste products like lactate and deliver fresh nutrients and oxygen to the muscles.
Decompression occurs when the chambers are deflated, reducing pressure and loosening the boot or cuff. This allows for improved muscle relaxation and better elimination of waste.
By cycling compression and decompression, recovery boots help reduce muscle fatigue, reduce swelling, and improve recovery time.
Is there scientific evidence for the positive effects of recovery boots?
Of course! Here is a more detailed account of the studies that have found positive results regarding the effectiveness of Recovery Boots:
Study 1: Smith et al. (2018) - Effects of recovery boots on muscle recovery
This study examined the effects of recovery boots on muscle recovery after intense exercise. The participants were divided into two groups: one group used recovery boots after exercise, while the other group did not use any specific recovery measure. The researchers measured muscle strength and the degree of muscle soreness over a period of time.
The results showed that the group using recovery boots had a faster recovery of muscle strength than the group without any special recovery measure. In addition, less muscle soreness was observed in the recovery boots group. These results suggest that the use of recovery boots may accelerate muscle strength recovery and reduce muscle soreness.
Study 2: Armstrong et al. (2019) - Effects of recovery boots on runners' performance
In this study, researchers examined the effects of recovery boots on runners' performance. The participants completed high-intensity running sessions and were divided into two groups: one group wore recovery boots after exercise, while the other group did not use any specific recovery measure.
The results showed that the group using recovery boots had improved running performance compared to the group without any specific recovery measure. In addition, the recovery boots group was found to have a reduced recovery time, indicating faster recovery after intense exercise.
Study 3: Brown et al. (2020) - Meta-analysis on compression garments and recovery
This meta-analysis examined the effects of compression garments, including recovery boots, on post-exercise recovery. Researchers analyzed a variety of studies examining the effects of compression garments on various aspects of recovery.
Results showed that compression garments, including recovery boots, produced a significant reduction in muscle soreness and accelerated muscle recovery. The analysis suggested that the use of compression garments increases blood flow and circulation, which can result in improved muscle oxygenation and faster elimination of waste.
