Compression shorts, also known as neoprene shorts, warm pants, lycra pants or under shorts are used by professional and recreational athletes in the treatment and prevention of thigh strains, quadriceps injuries and hamstring tears. They are also useful in the management and rehabilitation of Gilmore's Groin and sports hernias.
A neoprene thigh support or thigh sleeve provides compression and warmth to a thigh injury, which improves blood flow and speeds up recovery from a hamstring strain.