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Leg / Foot

Medical vs Sports Compression

Although our medical and sports supports are both made of compression knit, their composition varies as they’re built for different purposes. Medical supports must comply with medical standards, w...

Leg / Footman and woman doing sumo squats at the gym. They are holding weighted gym balls for more resistance

Sumo Squats: Exercise for Glutes and Inner Thighs

As many traditional leg workouts (squats, lunges, donkey kicks) don’t put much focus on the inner thighs, adding an exercise that does is a good way to correct muscular imbalances, improve support ...

Leg / Footman jumping on a cliffside walk in Bauefeind VenoTrain Compression Socks

What Kind of Compression Do I Need?

Shopping for compression socks? With so many choices available, it can be difficult to pick the best pair for you. Fortunately, we’ve created a handy guide that covers fit, compression classes, len...

Injury / Painman running in calf compression sleeves to avoid calf injury and pain

Combating Calf Injuries and Pain

Calf pain is a common problem, especially among runners and other athletes. If you’re going through it, you know how much it can affect your fitness routine and daily life. And if you’ve never had ...

Injury / Painman on the beach wearing an ACL knee brace

Can An ACL injury Heal Without Surgery?

Surgical reconstruction has been the go-to method for treating a ruptured ACL. However, due to recent advancements in research and bracing technology, it is possible for an ACL injury to heal witho...

Sports / WorkoutWoman on the beach walking with a yoga mat, preparing to do active recovery after sports

Active Recovery: How to do it Right

With benefits like removing blood lactate at a faster rate, minimising the effect of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness, and helping you stick with your exercise routine, it’s no wonder active recovery ...

Leg / FootWoman sitting at home next to a suitcase. She's wearing a pair of caramel open-toe compression socks

Compression Stockings for Travel: What You Need to Know

With the world’s top tourist destinations finally open again, we’re all itching to make travel plans to make up for lost time. But while a holiday may be good for your health, a 10-hour flight or a...

Injury / PainMan sitting on a bench at the park in winter pulling on Bauerfeind's GenuTrain knee brace

Remedies for Joint Pain in Cold Weather

No, it’s not just you. Bad weather can, in fact, make joints hurt or even worsen existing joint pain. So, if you’ve been wondering why your knees hurt more in the winter or before a storm and what ...

Backwoman doing the bird dog yoga pose in her living room. She is wearing Bauerfeind's LumboTrain Back Support

Bird Dog Workout

The bird dog is a bodyweight exercise that strengthens the core — more specifically, the abdominal muscles, lower back, butt, and thighs. Since it requires no equipment other than a mat, it can eas...

ArmMan doing Resisted Shoulder Abduction exercise at the park

Shoulder Abduction Workout for Rotator Cuff Strength and Rehabilitation

The rotator cuff comprises several muscles that support, stabilise, and help move your shoulder joint. Keeping it strong and healthy with exercises like resisted shoulder abductions will minimise y...