Fact: The top guys do not use it. Fact: There is no scientific proof to substantiate the use of garments that actually constricts blood flow. (Blood flow is needed to carry oxygen and nutrients to muscles and to carry waste products away). Fact: Advertisement can convince people that anything I good. RudoJ is correct though, it helps reduce the effect of varicose veins. If your blood vessels are fine, do not mess them up by compressing them. Leave your blood supply alone. It is cheaper too!