Australian Physiotherapy Association endorses use of SKINS compression sportswear

  

The Australian Physiotherapists Association (APA) has endorsed Skins as a leader in compression performance equipment.The recommendation followed rigorous testing by APA-commissioned sports scientists that confirmed Skins'T ability to enhance performance, endurance and recovery.

Skins Marketing Director Alister McColl said that he was pleased that Skins had been recognised by the APA. "Receiving this stamp of approval from the APA is a significant milestone for Skins," he said. "We pride ourselves on being the only compression and therapeutic sportswear that has independent scientific testing, and we're pleased that we've come though the process again with flying colours."

Skins are body-moulded compression sportswear garments manufactured from the Lycra and Meryl Microfibre, scientifically engineered to provide support and muscle alignment.Ongoing testing has proven Skins vastly reduce the build-up of lactic acid after sustained exercise and minimises delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS).

• the reduction of lactic acid build-up and increasing oxygen delivery through enhanced circulation;
• focusing muscle power and dramatically reducing muscle vibration;
• drawing moisture away from the skin using moisture management wicking;
• optimising body temperature in warm or cool conditions;
• discouraging growth of bacteria and preventing odour through antibacterial and antimicrobial treatments;
• providing sun safety with SPF 50+ protection.

It is these benefits, combined with the strong and durable nature of Skins, that has leading AFL clubs, the Wallabies (rugby union), Kangaroos (rugby league) and Australian cricket teams, amongst others, recognising them as the pre-eminent compression performance equipment.

In addition to providing first-rate sporting benefits, the increased oxygenation and circulation provided by Skins sports wear is also an excellent means of relieving many medical complaints including arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome, lymphoedema, varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis. It is also effective in promoting circulation during pregnancy.