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Prevention of contractures in the muscles of the back of the neck for cyclists
During voluntary training or competitions, some athletes experience the problem of contractures in support muscles (for
example, the back of the neck for cyclists). Use of the Capillarization programme reduces, and may resolve, this problem. The
marked increase in blood circulation and development of the capillary system improve the oxygenation of fibres and their
exchanges with the blood. The muscle therefore becomes less prone to contractures.
Cycle duration: 3 weeks, 1 x/day
Programme: Capillarization 15◊
Prevention of the feeling of heaviness in the legs
The feeling of heaviness in the legs is due to a temporary deficiency in the venous return, and not to major organic lesions.
Stagnation of the blood mass in the legs is encouraged in certain situations: prolonged periods in a standing position, long
periods continuously seated, intense heat, etc. The insufficient supply of oxygen to the tissue, and in particular the muscles,
that results from this situation, causes the feeling of heaviness and discomfort in the legs. Use of the Heavy legs programme
accelerates the return of blood to the veins and has an important relaxing effect on the painful muscles.
Cycle duration: Use this treatment whenever an occasional
feeling of heaviness in the legs occurs
Programme: Heavy legs 25 JL
Prevention of cramp in the calf muscles
Many people suffer from cramp in the calf muscles, which can appear spontaneously during rest at night or as a result
of prolonged muscular effort. The phenomenon of cramp may in part be caused by a disequilibrium of blood flow in
the muscles. To improve the blood circulation and prevent the onset of cramp, the Compex offers a specific stimulation
programme. Use of this programme in accordance with the procedure below will allow you to obtain positive results and
limit the occurrence of cramp.
Cycle duration: 5 weeks, 1 x/day, at the end of the day or at night
Programme: Cramp prevention 25◊
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