Effect of Thermoskin devices on local microclimate, blood flow and muscle function.
Researcher:
Dr Aaron Petersen
Lecturer (Exercise Physiology)
School of Sport and Exercise Science
Victoria University
Purpose
The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of Thermoskin devices on local microclimate, blood flow and muscle function.
Results
Microclimate
- Thermoskin Wrist (8*226) generated less Relative Humidity (RH) than our direct competitor.
- Note: The greater the Relative Humidity the more we sweat. Thermoskin has the ability to wick moisture and allow for a free flow of air between the material and the skin, therefore lessening the impact of RH under the product.
Physiological Responses
- When wearing a Thermoskin Knee (8*208) product there was on average 8% greater blood flow versus the control condition over a 120 minute period.
- When wearing a Thermoskin Ankle/Foot (8*232) product over a 120 minute period, participants experienced a 19% increase in blood flow compared to the control condition.
- Wearing a Thermoskin Knee (8*208) product provided substantially greater muscle temperature when compared to the control condition.
- Wearing a Thermoskin Ankle/Foot (8*232), Lumbar Support (8*227) and Knee (8*208) product provided substantially greater skin temperature when compared to the control condition in their respective areas.
Muscle Function
- Wearing Thermoskin Shorts (8*225) improved flexibility by 4.26% at the hip/flexors when compared to the control condition.
