For many people, sport is a part of life. Exercise is the best way to relax after hours of sitting or standing and after the challenges of everyday life.
You can switch off, relax and have fun at the same time.
Joint supports can then provide support or stabilise and relieve pressure in the event of overload, joint instability or irritation.
Bandages provide effective support
Custom-fit and comfortable joint supports can targeted support for the bodyg during exercise. They can be prescribed by a doctor if medically necessary; they can be fitted at specialist medical retailers, such as medical supply stores.
Medi, for example, offers the E+Motion bandages, which are characterized by targeted compression and functional features as well as the sporty look in the diagonal stripe look in black, anthracite and yellow.
They are available in versions for the back, knee and ankle as well as for the hand and elbow. More information is available at medi.biz/emotion.
The material ensures that moisture is quickly transported from the skin to the surface of the bandage and evaporates there.
When are bandages helpful?
1. Knee supports are used for complaints around the kneecap These include mild instability, osteoarthritis and arthritis, or even anterior knee pain.
2. Ankle supports can provide support to the joint in cases of minor instability, strains, bruises, swelling and effusions such as osteoarthritis or arthritis and can reduce swelling.
3. Tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, joint wear and tear or joint inflammation: these are areas where elbow supports can be used to relieve pain and promote the reduction of swelling.
4. Wrist supports provide stabilization and relief in the case of sprains, arthrosis or tendonitis. The compression can reduce swelling and relieve pain.
5. Back supports support and stabilize the lumbar spine area even under high loads. This can reduce pain in the lumbar spine area or a muscular imbalance in the lumbar region.
