The effects of lower-body compression garments on walking performance and perceived exertion in adults with CVD risk factors

摘要

Objectives: Compression garments are used by athletes in attempts to enhance performance and recovery, although evidence to support their use is equivocal. Reducing the exertion experienced during exercise may encourage sedentary individuals to increase physical activity. The aim of this study was to assess the effect of compression garments on walking performance (self-paced and enforced pace) and rate of perceived exertion (RPE) in adults who presented with two or more CVD risk factors. Participants (n = 15, 10 female, 58.9 +/- 11.5 years, BMI 27.5 +/- 4.5 kg m(2)) were recruited.