Unlike cold water immersion, compression therapy is less likely to interfere with adaptive recovery processes because it does not blunt the inflammatory response directly. Instead, it supports recovery by enhancing the body's natural clearance processes.

Inflammation Reduction: Compression therapy primarily targets edema (swelling), rather than the systemic inflammatory response. This makes it an excellent tool for managing inflammation without impairing long-term adaptation.

1. Performance Recovery: Studies suggest that compression boots can:

   • Reduce delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) by 20-40%.

2. Blood Flow and Waste Removal: Compression can increase venous blood flow by 100-200%, depending on pressure settings, which facilitates faster removal of metabolites like lactate.

3. Athletic Performance: Athletes often report feeling fresher and experiencing improved range of motion after using compression therapy.