Thigh protectors

What is a thigh protector?

A thigh protector is a protective textile piece for the thigh with the intention to provide a protective cover or to guarantee a certain body shape. There are many different versions of thigh protectors with options for both men and women. The best known forms are tights that reach above the knees or two-piece pantyhose for the right and left leg. The thigh protectors can also be used in sports to perform some functional tasks. The only exceptions are thigh bandages, tapes or compression stockings.

Indications

Probably the most common indication for a thigh protector is protection against friction between the thighs when running. This can be very uncomfortable in hot weather, dresses or skirts. The skin between the thighs is then usually very irritated, shows additional heat spots in summer or is more predestined for ingrowth of hair in these areas.

This problem is particularly common with overweight, leg axis malpositions or anatomically small hips. In some cases, not even the loss of body weight or muscle training helps, because the body system dictates a small distance between the thighs. Especially long-distance runners complain of skin damage after training in shorts.

Thigh protectors also prove to be cosmetically valuable if a certain holding function is additionally provided by stronger textile materials. This allows tight-fitting clothing to be worn in summer. This is possible because parts of the body that do not have the desired proportions are brought into the desired body shape by stronger support. In addition, a thigh protector can provide protection for the affected body part after an operation and spare wounds.

Which thigh protectors are available?

Considering the individual functions, there are different thigh protectors. If, for example, only the inside of the thighs is to be protected, there are also fashionable contemporary thigh protectors that are particularly pleasant for the skin. Here the selection ranges from simple, unobtrusive black models to elaborately finished lace.

If the main feature is the design, there are two-piece thigh protectors that are adjustable in size with Velcro fasteners. If the entire hip, buttocks and thigh area is to be kept in shape, there are short tights that extend from the waist to the lower thigh. In the sense of the different shapes there are gradations in the thickness of these thigh protectors.

If a wound is to be protected, the fabric used should be breathable and not too compressive. If a thigh protector is used for active movement or sports, the fabric should be highly functional and practical in its fit. If you are standing between two sizes, it is recommended to choose the smaller size.