{"id":159,"date":"2017-03-25T15:02:32","date_gmt":"2017-03-25T15:02:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uvoider.com\/blog\/?p=159"},"modified":"2019-12-15T15:48:02","modified_gmt":"2019-12-15T20:48:02","slug":"baseball-arm-sleeves-benefits-and-rules","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uvoider.com\/blog\/2017\/03\/25\/baseball-arm-sleeves-benefits-and-rules\/","title":{"rendered":"Baseball Arm Sleeves – Benefits and Rules"},"content":{"rendered":"

These days, baseball players of all ages are wearing arm sleeves and it is not to look cool, though they do. No, arm sleeves provide very real benefits to baseball players of all positions and skills. If you play or coach baseball, you  should know the many benefits that baseball arm sleeves provide as well as the rules. Here they are!<\/p>\n

Baseball Arm Sleeve Benefits<\/h3>\n

Blood Circulation<\/h5>\n

Baseball arm sleeves provide compression that increases the circulation and flow of blood. This provides relief to troublesome joints and tendons. Most baseball players have some amount of soreness in their throwing arm, so a compression arm sleeve is a welcomed addition to the gear.<\/p>\n

Body Temperature<\/h5>\n

Baseball arm sleeves act as an extra layer to the arm that will moderate and maintain temperature. On cold game days, baseball arm sleeves help keep the arm and the muscles relaxed. This prevents the muscles in the arm from becoming cold and stiff and tightening up. When muscles get cold and stiff and tighten up, performance becomes inconsistent and injuries such as pulls, stresses, and strains becomes more likely.<\/p>\n

Arm and Muscle Protection<\/h5>\n

Baseball arm sleeves also help to prevent many of the cuts and scratches that players can get as well as to minimize skin damage due to exposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays. Prolonged exposure to the sun can lead to not just sun burn but skin cancer which in turn can spread throughout the body to other organs.<\/p>\n

Muscle Recovery<\/h5>\n

Arm sleeves help sore muscles recover faster. In addition to wearing arm sleeves while playing, they can be worn after practice and after the game to keep your arm in the best possible shape.<\/p>\n

Baseball Arm Sleeve Rules<\/h3>\n

Just as important as knowing the benefits of baseball arm sleeves is knowing the rules surround their wear. From the pony leagues, to high school, college and to the pros, there are rules that govern what is allowed when it comes to wearing baseball arm sleeves.<\/p>\n

Not Allowed – Colors that interfere with seeing the ball<\/h5>\n

To start, the pitcher can’t wear white or gray. These colors are deemed to interfere with the ability of the batter to pick out and see the ball from the arm sleeve of the pitcher.<\/p>\n

Not Allowed – Colors that distract the batter<\/h5>\n

Additionally, any color that is not consistent with the uniform of the team may not be worn as it is deemed to be a distraction to the opposing player.<\/p>\n

Not Allowed – Visibility of the top of the arm sleeve<\/h5>\n

In addition color rules, the visibility of the top of the arm sleeve is also governed by rule. If the top of the arm sleeve is visible, then it is not permitted. In this case, the arm sleeve is treated like a arm bandage and not permitted to be worn.<\/p>\n

Allowed – Arm sleeves that can’t be seen<\/h5>\n

There is the one accommodation that seems to be a way around all of the rules and that is any arm sleeve can be used when it is worn underneath a long sleeved undershirt and not visible.<\/p>\n

Summary<\/h3>\n

As always, when in doubt ask the rules officials or governing body for your league. Like so many other athletes in other sports, you will find that arm sleeves help you play better and recover faster.<\/p>\n

Uvoider UV Compression Arm Sleeves – Solid Colors<\/h3>\n

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\nUV Arm Sleeves 215 White<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nUV Arm Sleeves 216 Black<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nUV Arm Sleeves 217 Cool Grey<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nUV Arm Sleeves 218 Light Pink<\/a><\/p>\n

\"UV
\nUV Arm Sleeves 219 Fuchsia<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nUV Arm Sleeves 220 Admiral Blue<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nUV Arm Sleeves 221 Navy<\/a><\/p>\n

\"UV
\nUV Arm Sleeves 222 Blue Jay<\/a><\/p>\n

\"UV
\nUV Arm Sleeves 223 Team Red<\/a><\/p>\n

\"UV
\nUV Arm Sleeves 224 Garnet<\/a><\/p>\n

\"UV
\nUV Arm Sleeves 225 Neon Yellow<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nUV Arm Sleeves 239 Skin Tone 1<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nUV Arm Sleeves 240 Skin Tone 2<\/a><\/p>\n

Uvoider UV Compression Arm Sleeves – Patriotic Designs<\/h3>\n

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\nUV Arm Sleeves 227 Stars and Strips<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nUV Arm Sleeves 228 USA Flag 1<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nUV Arm Sleeves 229 USA Flag 2<\/a><\/p>\n

Uvoider UV Compression Arm Sleeves – Sizes<\/h3>\n

Uvoider UV Arm Sleeves now come in 12 sizes that range from Youth Small (YS) to Adult (4XL).<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Size<\/strong><\/td>\nBicep
\n(inches)<\/strong><\/td>\n		Length
\n(inches)<\/strong><\/td>\n		Bicep
\n(cm)<\/strong><\/td>\n		Length
\n(cm)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
YS<\/td>\n6.5 in<\/td>\n12.2 in<\/td>\n16.5 cm<\/td>\n31 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
YM<\/td>\n7.5 in<\/td>\n13.4 in<\/td>\n19.0 cm<\/td>\n34 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
YL<\/td>\n8.5 in<\/td>\n14.6 in<\/td>\n21.6 cm<\/td>\n37 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
XXS<\/td>\n9.5 in<\/td>\n15.0 in<\/td>\n24.1 cm<\/td>\n38 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
XS<\/td>\n10.0 in<\/td>\n15.4 in<\/td>\n25.4 cm<\/td>\n39 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
S<\/td>\n10.6 in<\/td>\n16.1 in<\/td>\n26.9 cm<\/td>\n41 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
M<\/td>\n11.2 in<\/td>\n16.9 in<\/td>\n28.4 cm<\/td>\n43 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
L<\/td>\n12.0 in<\/td>\n17.7 in<\/td>\n30.5 cm<\/td>\n45 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
XL<\/td>\n13.5 in<\/td>\n18.5 in<\/td>\n34.3 cm<\/td>\n47 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2XL<\/td>\n15.0 in<\/td>\n18.5 in<\/td>\n38.1 cm<\/td>\n47 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
3XL<\/td>\n16.5 in<\/td>\n18.5 in<\/td>\n41.9 cm<\/td>\n47 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
4XL<\/td>\n18+ in<\/td>\n18.5 in<\/td>\n45.7+ cm<\/td>\n47 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Arm Measurement Guidelines<\/h3>\n

To ensure proper fitting, measure around your relaxed bicep (not flexed).
\nIf you require further assistance, please contact <\/a>a Customer Service Representative.
\n\"Size<\/p>\n

Uvoider UV Compression Arm Sleeves – Fitting Chart<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Bicep
\nSize
\n<\/strong><\/td>\n		Wearable Sizes
\n<\/strong><\/td>\n		Light Compression
\n<\/strong><\/td>\n		Average Compression
\n<\/strong><\/td>\n		Tight Compression
\n<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
7 in<\/td>\nYM, YS<\/td>\nYM<\/td>\nYS<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
8 in<\/td>\nYM, YS<\/td>\nYM<\/td>\nYM<\/td>\nYS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
9 in<\/td>\nYL, YM<\/td>\nYL<\/td>\nYL<\/td>\nYM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
10 in<\/td>\nXS, XXS<\/td>\nXS<\/td>\nXXS<\/td>\nXXS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
11 in<\/td>\nM, S, XS<\/td>\nM<\/td>\nS<\/td>\nXS<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
12 in<\/td>\nL, M<\/td>\nL<\/td>\nL<\/td>\nM<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
13 in<\/td>\nXL, L<\/td>\nXL<\/td>\nXL<\/td>\nL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
14 in<\/td>\nXL, L<\/td>\nXL<\/td>\nXL<\/td>\nL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
15 in<\/td>\n2XL, XL<\/td>\n2XL<\/td>\n2XL<\/td>\nXL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
16 in<\/td>\n3XL, 2XL<\/td>\n3XL<\/td>\n3XL<\/td>\n2XL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
17 in<\/td>\n4XL, 3XL<\/td>\n4XL<\/td>\n3XL<\/td>\n3XL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
18 in<\/td>\n4XL, 3XL<\/td>\n<\/td>\n4XL<\/td>\n3XL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
19 in<\/td>\n4XL, 3XL<\/td>\n<\/td>\n4XL<\/td>\n3XL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
20 in<\/td>\n4XL<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/td>\n4XL<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Uvoider UV Compression Arm Sleeves – Fitting Guidelines<\/h3>\n

The Fitting Chart above shows the arm sleeves that you can wear for the compression level you desire. Your desired compression level can vary based upon intended use, performance desired, and comfort. Average compression is recommended unless you specifically want a light or tight fit. If you require further assistance, please contact <\/a>a Customer Service Representative.<\/p>\n

Uvoider UV Compression Arm Sleeves – Features<\/h3>\n