How tight is it supposed to be? I got a 3, which is pretty tight but not circulation-stopping tight.
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I remember purchasing based on "size" and there was a measurement tool on their website. I would check that out first... mine is tight enough to stay on yet not so tight to inhibit circulation. http://www.bauerfeindusa.com/en/products/supports-orthoses/knee-hip-thigh/genutrain.html
138549
Please follow the size guidance in the Web site or on the back of paper box. It should be comfortable tight with good support to your knees.
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By the sizing chart's measurements I should have gotten a 4, but I got a 3 since I figured the material is knit and might loosen up a bit with use. The 3 fits me snug but comfortable and not restrictive at all. I think as long as you don't feel it is cutting off circulation or inhibiting your natural movement it is a good fit. If you do feel those things you might want to go a size up.
138551
Mine is just stick to my skin. I won't say it is tight as I can move freely. I have checked the official website on the size guide before I buy it. You may have a look.
138552
It is all very dependent on your own personal preference. Mine is definitely tight, but that is what I prefer so that it doesnt slip during the course of play.
138553
I wear this brace when I sleep sometimes. This brace is a compression brace and it works by reducing swelling in the joint. By reducing the swelling it reduces pain. It does also give support but I would not say thats it's main purpose. With that in mind it does not take much to reduce swelling and should not be tight. I found the longer I wore the brace the better my knees were and felt. If the brace was too tight I would not be comfortable wearing it for extended periods of time. I think a good way to judge the right pressure is.... You should not notice an obvious mark or difference in thickness of your leg above or below the brace where it ends. There should not be a bulge above or below... and even after removing there shouldnt be a noticeable mark. This brace has made a world of difference for me and actually returned my knees to a normal looking knee as the swelling in them from injuries and lymes disease. I am 45 and very athletic. I still cant run anymore but atleast I can move again and hope to run again someday. For now I cycle. Good luck! ps. I you are a guy you will probably go to tight. Men seem to believe if a little is good... Alot must be better. LOL NO NO NO!!!
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I use mine while doing aikido so I need the support but I also need to move freely without the brace sleeping. I guess it really depends on what your use in going to be. I need support but also need full range of motion so mine is tight but absolutely not circulation stopping. I look at this as a helping hand for my knee but not an absolute supporting structure if that makes sense. Hope this helps.
1328098
I have two of them and love them. As far as too tight that depends on the size of your arm. Mine fit fine. one is 6in and one is 7in. Don't know how I got two different sizes but I did
682125
Hi.... My forearm is just about the same size... I got the medium one... and its just right... not super tight... just enough support without cutting off your circulation.
1630315
Mine was not tight. Been using it multiple times daily have not had a problem in over a year. Good luck -I love it.
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Hello Shane, mine is loose now but it was tight at first. My fellow student also got one, it came a little different, but his is staying tighter longer. I still think it is a great practice sword for the price.
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It shouldn't be too difficult but it keeps everything in place so In the beginning it is very tight but I stretched mine a little for a few hours .. What I did was I wrapped it around one of the thin chairs that I have for a few hours and this way it lossened the eleastic so it made me feel I could breath once I did that.
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So sorry, I wish I could help, but I didn't have that issue. Mine stayed on very snug. It didn't help much, but it did stay on tightly...under my tights and over top of them as well sometimes.
1430436
it does appear tight...just make sure you click the lid shut :) thats been my only concern if i forgot to
2094147
I found that my height left me between sizes (a2-a3) as well. Frankly, both work, but if in doubt I would go with the larger size to prevent any chance of restricted movement, though you would also have more, and looser material to both choke and be choked with.
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The more compression the better the support for your legs, and the increase in circulation. You should get sized for a proper fit, however I believe 15-20mmHg is a good place to start and 20-30 would be preferred. If your leg feels numb the compression is too tight and you should go down a size. It should increase circulation, never cut it off.
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I have not yet worn this while riding but I have worn it for 13 hrs on 2 consecutive days and not felt like it was uncomfortable or cutting off circulation or anything.. The way they do the stitching on the back of the knee seems to make it not bunch as much. Now, the other day I sat in a low chair with no leg room and that wasn't comfortable (I'm 6'2" so my legs were very bent). I had to pull it off. Other than that, no problems. I think it would work great for cycling. Give me a week and I'll probably have taken it out on a ride. In any case, I don't think u can go wrong. It's about as comfortable a brace as I've ever had. Way better than the neoprene ones I've had. I have not yet worn this while riding but I have worn it for 13 hrs on 2 consecutive days and not felt like it was uncomfortable or cutting off circulation or anything.. The way they do the stitching on the back of the knee seems to make it not bunch as much. Now, the other day I sat in a low chair with no leg room and that wasn't comfortable (I'm 6'2" so my legs were very bent). I had to pull it off. Other than that, no problems. I think it would work great for cycling. Give me a week and I'll probably have taken it out on a ride. In any case, I don't think u can go wrong. It's about... » Read More I have not yet worn this while riding but I have worn it for 13 hrs on 2 consecutive days and not felt like it was uncomfortable or cutting off circulation or anything.. The way they do the stitching on the back of the knee seems to make it not bunch as much. Now, the other day I sat in a low chair with no leg room and that wasn't comfortable (I'm 6'2" so my legs were very bent). I had to pull it off. Other than that, no problems. I think it would work great for cycling. Give me a week and I'll probably have taken it out on a ride. In any case, I don't think u can go wrong. It's about as comfortable a brace as I've ever had. Way better than the neoprene ones I've had. « Show Less
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Mine measures 17 and its a little tight. However, I go nuts with a neck tie on.
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My hands is a little big, extra Large might be diff. They were a little hard for me to slide over my hands, when I did after 2-4 hrs.had to take off pump hands for circulation -before putting back on.
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I would recommend a medium. But it still may be tight. You might need to break it in a bit.
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I would select the 6-7. If it is to tight you would feel it and also make you sweat. That's uncomfortable.
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We are about the same size and I have a medium that feels great when I get it on. That's the challenge, getting it on. I find it requires a second person to assist with that process thus rendering the item far less usable.
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Go for the next size, better safe than sorry. It actually adjusts. Good luck!