“…7,18–20 In order to reduce these shortcomings, some measures are adopted such as techniques for applying double stockings, in which one stocking is applied over the other, the combined use of bandages with the elastic stockings, separated elastic stockings, in which the elastic stockings are separated at the ankle region into two parts, leg and foot portions, and the application of pads or gaiters. 16,20–22 In our previous study, 23 a significant increase in the pressure difference between muscle contraction and relaxation during exercise was observed with local compression at the calf by pads placed under the elastic stockings. Of these techniques, leg gaiters have a marked advantage in that they can be easily put on and taken off, facilitating temporary use when needed such as on walking and gymnastics.…”