Blood circulation, plays a vital role in delivering oxygen and nutrients to muscles while simultaneously flushing out metabolic waste products, such as lactic acid, that builds up during physical training. The faster and more efficient this process is, the quicker recovery can occur, and the less likely you are to experience soreness or injury.
But what happens when blood flow is impaired?
Recovery takes longer, muscles remain sore, and performance suffers. That’s where innovations like the knee-worn recovery device geko™ come into play. It increases blood microcirculation by up to 400%, accelerating recovery, enhancing muscle repair, and reducing soreness.
Why a 400% Increase in Microcirculation Matters
A 400% increase in blood microcirculation can significantly enhance the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to tired muscles, helping them heal 3X faster and more effectively.
Here’s why that 400% increase is so important:
- Faster Oxygen Delivery: When muscles are well-oxygenated, they perform better and recover faster. Oxygen is essential for energy production and tissue repair.
- Improved Nutrient Supply: Muscles require several nutrients for repair, including amino acids, glucose, and electrolytes. Blood circulation is responsible for delivering these nutrients to muscles, allowing them to rebuild and grow stronger.
- Faster Waste Removal: Metabolic byproducts such as lactic acid accumulate in muscles during exercise, causing soreness and fatigue. Efficient blood circulation helps clear out these waste products, reducing muscle soreness and promoting faster recovery.
- Reduced Inflammation: Increased blood flow helps reduce the inflammation that can occur after exercise. Inflammation is a natural response to muscle strain, but excessive inflammation can delay recovery. Enhanced circulation speeds up the removal of inflammatory markers from the muscles, reducing swelling and discomfort.
How geko™ Helps Improve Microcirculation
Powered by OnPulse™ Technology, geko™ recovery device is designed to stimulate the peroneal nerve in your leg, triggering muscle contractions that enhance blood flow. In a study involving athletes, participants who used geko™ for just 30-60 minutes after training experienced significantly faster recovery times and reduced muscle soreness compared to those who did not use the device.
geko™ vs Compression Boots
Unlike compression boots that require extensive setup and monitoring, geko™ is a compact, portable and easy to use recovery device that can be applied in just 60 seconds. By emulating the effects of walking, geko™ promotes continuous blood flow and effective lymphatic drainage, ensuring 3X faster recovery (400% vs 117% increase in microcirculation blood flow) and reduced swelling.
Conclusion
Whether you’re training for a marathon, lifting heavy weights, or competing in a sport, improving blood circulation by incorporating geko™ into your post-workout recovery routine, can significantly enhance recovery times and reduce muscle soreness, all while reducing the risk of injury and long-term damage.