"Taking It In the Paint" to a Whole New Level

Basketball has become a faster and more physical game. Players need more protection as injuries continue to increase. Basketball Protective Apparel, compression garments with extremely lightweight pads laminated into the fabric, provides the player with a high level of protection that conforms to the body's needs. Just ask Dwyane Wade what he wears under his jersey.

(PRWEB) August 7, 2005 -- Basketball players have long been forgotten when it comes to protective apparel because there has been no need. But in the past 20 years basketball has evolved into a much more physical game. It has become a game of isolation, of one-on-one match-ups. Players are measured by how many times they can reach the free throw line,often initiating contact, leading to an increased number of injuries.

The transformation of the sport has caused many players to rethink the garments they wear under their jerseys. Most players typically wear compression shirts and shorts, to prevent muscle pulls and injuries. McDavid, the leader in sports medical products and protective apparel, has taken this idea to the next level by adding protection to the compression garments, creating Basketball Protective Apparel.

McDavids patented, revolutionary HexPad technology laminates pads into the compression fabric, resulting in a highly unique combination of protection and comfort. The HexPad products absorb and dissipate impact while remaining extremely lightweight, breathable, dry, and cool.

Wearing protective apparel like the HexPad garments under the jersey prevents injuries from being more serious and allows players to play at a high level despite injuries," said Ron Culp, Miami Heat trainer.

Corey Maggette of the Los Angeles Clippers is one of the many NBA players that is wearing the HexPad. Maggette, who averaged 22 points (13th in NBA) and 10 free throw attempts (8th in NBA) per game during the 2004-2005 season, understands the importance of having the highest level of protection.

"McDavid's HexPad Technology allows me to be as aggressive as I want on the court, enabling confidence to get in the paint," explained Maggette.

Additionally, most top collegiate and professional basketball players are wearing the HexPad as well, including Dwyane Wade of the Miami Heat.

In addition to the HexPad Armsleeves regularly seen on TV, McDavids Basketball Protective Apparel includes the Thudd" shorts and the V-Hex Basketball Bodyshirt. The Thudd" shorts are equipped with pads to protect the thighs, hips, and tailbone, while the V-Hex Basketball Bodyshirt has pads for the ribs and the spine. Both products are compression garments that can be worn under the jersey.

With the high level of physical contact that exists in basketball, the number of hip, thigh, and rib injuries has increased. The need for this line of protective apparel has arisen," explained Bob McDavid, president of McDavid.

About McDavid
McDavid Inc is the industry leader in sports medical products, technical protective athletic apparel and consumer merchandising and is the most widely used and recommended products among sports medical professionals.

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