ABSTRACT
Sports and exercise involves physical movement of the body (torso, upper and lower limbs) and, in some cases, amateurs and professionals alike endure soft-tissue injury. At the elite level, improved individual performance during a tournament or a game is vital. Many athletes consider that compression of muscles to support and enhance muscle alignment and improve the efficiency of muscle movements is essential. They also strap the injured body part to assist recovery from injury. In recent years, there has been an increase in usage and demand for compression garments for a number of sportswear applications and recreational activities due to their ability to offer functional support to the wearer.
