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The effect of compression garments on wearers using biosensors [PDF]

, 2016
Wearable sensors, especially biosensors, are playing an important role in healthcare, security, environmental monitoring domains and fitness [6]. Many researchers have demonstrated the benefit of compression garments in sports performance [1, 5]. However,
Nguyen, T, Nguyen, H, Eager, D
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What is the effect of compression garments on a balance task in female athletes? [PDF]

, 2014
Objectives: To investigate the effect of long leg compression garments on the postural sway and balance ability of female athletes at a state sports institute.
Steel, Kylie A. (R14514), Michael, Jacob S., Graham, Kenneth S. (R20563), Dogramaci, Sera N.   +3 more
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From Material to Manufacture: A State-of-the-Art Review of Compression Garment Technologies for Medical and Sports Use

Textiles
Compression garments are widely employed in medical and sports contexts for their ability to promote venous return, manage oedema, support musculoskeletal function, and enhance athletic recovery.
Emran Hossain, Prasad Potluri, Chamil Abeykoon, Anura Fernando   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

How 1st‐Tier Suppliers Respond to Green Public Procurement Policies: An Empirical Analysis

Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This article analyses how 1st‐tier suppliers to public organisations respond operationally to Green Public Procurement (GPP) policies. Through a multiple case study of 12 Italian firms operating in different sectors, we develop a classification of suppliers' responses, identifying two interrelated macro‐types: internal operations realignment ...
Antonio Cavallin Toscani, Andrea Vinelli
wiley   +1 more source

General Considerations for Compression Garments in Sports: Applied Pressures and Body Coverage [PDF]

, 2016
Compression garments are popular among competitive and recreational athletes alike. The debate about the efficacy of compression garments in sport is similarly popular, spanning the scientific literature, public press, social media, and the sports field ...
Hugo Partsch (20008086), Braid Macrae (18355035), Raechel Laing (15396371)   +2 more
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The 6 month interim analysis of a randomized controlled trial assessing the quality of life in patients with breast cancer related lymphedema undergoing lymphaticovenous anastomosis vs. conservative therapy

Scientific Reports
Breast cancer related lymphedema (BCRL) is a chronic condition with a detrimental impact on psychosocial and physical well-being. Lymphaticovenous anastomosis has shown promising results in alleviating physical symptoms and increasing quality of life in ...
Y. M. J. Jonis, J. A. G. N. Wolfs, S. Hummelink, H. J. P. Tielemans, X. H. A. Keuter, S. van Kuijk, D. J. O. Ulrich, R. R. W. J. van der Hulst, S. S. Qiu   +8 more
doaj   +1 more source

Digital Product Passports in Fashion: A Strategic Framework for Implementation

Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This study investigates the role of the Digital Product Passport (DPP) in promoting transparency, traceability, and sustainability within the fashion industry. As the fashion sector faces significant environmental and social challenges, including resource depletion, pollution, and unethical labor practices, the DPP offers a potential solution ...
Laura Macchion
wiley   +1 more source

Compression therapy: revolutionizing venous ulcer care with precision and innovation

Veins and Lymphatics
Compression therapy is a cornerstone in the management of Venous Leg Ulcers (VLU), promoting healing, reducing edema, and preventing recurrences.
Roberto Tedeschi
doaj   +1 more source

A Method to Assess Social Sustainability of Multi‐Tier Supply Chains in the Textile Industry

Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The EU corporate sustainability due diligence directive mandates human rights due diligence for organizations within their global supply chains. Social sustainability is highly critical in textile supply chains due to widespread poor working conditions.
Francesco Olivero, Andrea Tuni, Paolo C. Priarone, Fabiana Morandi, Giorgia Bassani   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Exposing Gender Blindness in Business Scholarship on Modern Slavery

Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The objective of this review is to analyse the treatment of gender within business scholarship on modern slavery and to propose a framework that supports more gender‐sensitive corporate responses. Modern slavery risk is an escalating concern for business, with the United Nations calling for its eradication by 2030.
Kathyayini Kathy Rao, Roger Leonard Burritt, Katherine Leanne Christ   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source