What is a Graded Compression?
For a garment to be classified as a Grade 1 compression garment; it will need to generate11 – 20 mmHg of pressure on one’s skin. More importantly, the compression needs to be gradual, in other words, it will need to be tighter at the bottom than at the top, still keeping within the recommended pressure range.

When should I wear my Rockets Graded Compression Garments?
During exercise Rockets Compression Garments will
•Increase performance by reducing muscle vibration,
•Improving temperature control
•Increase oxygen transport to the working muscle by accelerating venous return to the heart.
After exercise Rockets Compression Garments will
•Assist in the removal of lactic acid. This will aid vasoconstriction preventing blood pooling in the lower extremities, thus speeding up the recovery of damaged muscles.

How long should I wear my Compression Garments for post exercise?
Research has shown to wear them for a minimum period of 90 minutes. However, a number of athletes tend to sleep in their Rockets Compression Garments, especially after travelling and/or a heavy training session the day before.