Endurance athletes often experience injuries that develop gradually. Runners often experience Achilles tendon problems, shin splints, and calf tears. The most common injuries among endurance athletes are to the lower leg (64.8%) and the knee (16.4%). Injuries to non-endurance athletes most commonly occur in the lower leg (60.4%) and the ankle (16.7%).
Proven effect
Everyone now knows that the Herzog PRO Compression Socks are the best in terms of performance and functionality. Several studies confirm this. The most recent study from the University Medical Center Utrecht, conducted by Franke and Backx (2021), involved a large-scale cross-sectional study into the effects and operation of Herzog PRO Sport Compression Socks. Within this research process, the injury pattern and sports history of 512 athletes were examined. Curious about the results...?
Who participated in the study?
- The research target group consisted of 800 athletes
- Within this group, 88.1% were endurance athletes and 11.9% fell under the sports category 'other' (strength/indoor sports/sprint, etc.)
- For 84.7% of the athletes, 'running' was the primary sport
- All respondents were avid Herzog users and wore socks 75% to 100% of the time during/after exercise
Why do athletes wear Herzog compression socks?
- Many athletes mention 'secondary injury prevention' as the primary reason ( 48.6% ). This means that one wants to prevent an old injury from recurring.
- 14.8% percent of athletes wear Herzog socks to reduce or alleviate the symptoms of a current injury. Current aches and pains are actively counteracted.
- 13.6% of the athletes surveyed wear Herzog socks purely for injury prevention.
What positive effects do athletes experience?
- 98% of athletes using Herzog socks for secondary injury prevention confirm that they no longer face recurring issues with Herzog socks.
- 80% of athletes using Herzog socks for faster recovery report significantly better regeneration after exercise.
- 70% of athletes using socks for performance improvement also notice a boost in their sports performance.
Runners who consistently wear compression socks or sleeves during training and races, and cover an average running distance of ≥23 km, have demonstrated a significantly lower incidence of lower leg injuries.
Conclusion
Athletes use Herzog to prevent the recurrence of injuries, alleviate current complaints, speed up recovery, and improve sports performance. The primary motivation for starting injury prevention is the experience of a past injury. The study by Franke and Backx (2021) shows that athletes view Herzog socks as a crucial preventive measure to reduce injuries.
Would you like to read the full publication in Sport, Medicine and Rehabilition? You can easily download the entire study here.
Athletes use Herzog to prevent the recurrence of injuries, alleviate current complaints, speed up recovery, and improve sports performance. The primary motivation for starting injury prevention is the experience of a past injury. The study by Franke and Backx (2021) shows that athletes view Herzog socks as a crucial preventive measure to reduce injuries.
Would you like to read the full publication in Sport, Medicine and Rehabilition? You can easily download the entire study here.
Medical compression
Since May 2021, Herzog stockings have carried the official MDR seal of approval, or the "Medical Device Regulation," which ensures that all claims are scientifically proven and strictly monitored by EU regulations.
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