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Sports elbow pads - prevention of injuries and sprains

Elbow pads sports compression are necessary for fixing the elbow joint during sports, especially strength types: weightlifting, bodybuilding, powerlifting, strongmen, crossfit.




Sports elbow pads Compression is required for fixing the elbow joint during sports, especially strength types: weightlifting, bodybuilding, powerlifting, strongmen, crossfit. 

The elbow joint constantly withstands the load, and not only during sports, but also during the performance of heavy physical work, for example, when carrying weight. Even as a result of a simple awkward movement, an injury can occur, the intensity of which is difficult to predict. 

To avoid both injuries and their consequences, elbow pads should be used - elastic products reinforced with additional ties, clasps, inserts made of plastic, metal or denser fabric, whose stretchability is reduced.

The principle of action of the elbow pads is that it fixes the joint and protects it, taking on part of the load. It prevents its supermobility and allows the user to continue to play sports in the event that the injury is minor. 

Depending on the stiffness of the fabric, the elbow pads for sports are of the following types: 

- Tactical (hard), which are recommended to be used in constant contact with hard surfaces. They are made of durable plastic that will protect the elbow joint even when in contact with sharp and extremely hard surfaces. 

- Special soft elbow pads for volleyball and other similar sports that are equipped with additional soft cushions. 

- To the category of "medical goods"The elbow pads are made of elastic fabric and reinforced with special rigid elements. 

The most commonly used fabric elbow pads are in the form of a stocking, which may have a sealed insert in the joint area. They ensure the stability of the joint, protecting it from damage, without restricting mobility. Such an elbow pads is recommended for anyone who has previously had injuries or operations on the elbow joint, as well as in the case when the injury is minor and it is necessary to continue training.

There are semi-rigid and rigid elbow pads reinforced with plastic or metal ribs, plates, clamps that can adjust the pressure force and the angle of rotation of the joint. Such clamps are used according to the recommendation of the doctor after passing the study, in the rehabilitation process, you can change the force of pressure. Some models can be with the addition of wool thread, so that they have a warming and massage effect, therefore, effective in various inflammatory processes - arthrosis, arthritis. 

Features Elastic Elbow Pads
- Made of fabrics containing cotton, neoprene fibers, elastane fibers in various combinations. For summer time, it is better to choose an elbow pads made of cloth with a large percentage of cotton - it will be better to let air through, creating optimal conditions for the skin under the bandage; 

- The correct anatomical shape of the elbow pads provides a snug fit and high-quality fixation; 

- Thanks to the seamless weaving, the elbow pad does not press and does not rub the skin. 

To choose the right elbow fixing device, measure the circumference of the elbow and compare the result with the size scale on the package. Properly chosen bandage will provide a reliable fixation, but it will not squeeze the muscles and cause discomfort.

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