Anyone wear this brace while playing golf. How is it? I want to buy this item to protect my recently MCL injured left knee. Thanks
880538
Not for golf, but it is nice and the straps pull tight. Nicer than most I have had. Would think it is going to work for golf.
880539
I not tried it with golf. Have played a good bit of tennis with it. Found it to be excellent for that. Didn't have to pull it up all the time likesome other braces i have tried.
880540
I have one for my rt. knee while it gives the mental effect of stability I would be very careful torquing your foot as this is a much softer brace unlike the ones with sturdier metal supports. It advertises metal but feels very flimsy the three Velcro fasteners I like and very comfortable under pants or jeans but for athletic activity I would worry about it.
880541
I wore mine while on the scene of fires with the fire dept., and while going up and down the hills here in Tenn, while deer hunting, so it should be good while playing golf. I found it VERY comfortable...
880542
I have worn it playing golf. It does not give as much support laterally as one with metal stabilizers would, but it is comfortable to wear.
1516753
Yes it is a good knee brace. My husband likes it. It gives him support and washes easily.
1267963
this brace looks good but is useless. extremely difficult to find an effective back brace. all mfg claims are way overblown. good luck
1547543
My brace is very tight and use it for gym workout and tai chi...so use it an hour at a time.it is too uncomfortable to wear it over ang period of time.
969238
I bought this brace and cant even wear it . It is made of cheap pvc and in my opinion would break easily. It was a waste of money for me and my injuries were also sport related. It provides no support or stabilization. Hope this helps u
888806
Hi Lucy,I bought this brace for my husband. He measured his knee with a dress maker tape measure, then compared his measurements to the brace measurements posted on the Don Joy site. By the way, my husband LOVES his brace and wears it daily.
680114
Well I am 6ft 250lb and I play ice hockey and lacrosse with this brace and I am very happy and satisfied with the support. It is a wee bit thicker than my old knee brace, but not nearly as big as a medical brace. Best of luck to you.
1694736
Mine has not stretched out of shape, in spite of regular wear. The side support is probably the most helpful part of the design and, I think that stretching/loosening would defeat the purpose and design of the stabilizers. And it would not be at all helpful if the brace is too sight. Ask your doctor for advice. If you are purchasing this in a pharmacy, ask the pharmacist or pharmacy tech for assistance. And ask if the item can be exchanged it it's too snug, or tto loose.
673172
I wear it when playing golf. It never got too hot or sweaty while playing ( about 3 hrs on). But we did have a cool summer. As far as sleeping with it on, I do not think it is a good idea. Too long a time to have it on. I wear it only when I do an activity that hurts my elbow.
351198
I dont know michael. I think most importantly it's going to come down to your tolerance and what you need from a brace in order to feel support. Myself I like things tighter than looser when it comes to my knee so i opted smaller.
1339502
The open patella style knee brace seems to lock it in place on the knee for me. Others that I tried without the open patella would ride up or down depending on what I was doing and bunch up under the knee which was very uncomfortable. By the way I LOVE my pair of open patella braces. Great support for my Arthritic knees.
627837
I used mine for golfing during the initial period after rehab. I personally found it to be comfortable and did not think that there was a restriction. I do not see it as a hindrance to yourself either. Just my opinion though. Dennis
729345
Yes very much so!! It is comfortable and wearable for support during activities that may produce strain on the knee. I wear it when I exercise and when I'm working for stability which protects from further damage. Get one or two you won't be sorry!!!
360853
The brace has a doughnut on the front that encircles the kneecap. You can only wear it one way. When you get it in your hand it will be obvious.
811251
Actually, I have worn this exact brace with football cleats before, and I wear it in my basketball shoes when I go play basketball. Your shoe laces need to be loosened a bit, but it is a comfortable fit, not bulky at all.
754435
the connective tissue holding the patella in place is a bit loose and the patellar strap does the job when I run and when I work out at the gym or hike. For me the problem is not severe, so I do not wear it otherwise. I can picture a person who skied, played football, tennis or other sports that stressed the tendons may choose to (need to) wear it more often. Listen to your knee, it will tell you. This beats the heavy knee wraps that some need to wear.
621401
I wish I would have worn mine full-time. Physical Therapy said not to. This is over a year later and the sprain has not healed. At least wear it when you sleep.