Can the brace be pumped up tight enough to immobilize or discourage knee movement?
872811
Can it? Why would you want to? The velcro will likely spread apart before that point.
872812
Can it? Why would you want to? The velcro will likely spread apart before that point. Try a metal brace
1117140
You will have the full range of motion. This brace is more for side to side support.
2242031
Yes I use the brace when I play softball and it does not impede my ability to run.The brace provides stability and I found it to be sturdy and not rigid like some other braces that I previously used.
360854
I'm not 100% sure what you're asking, as the picture of the knee brace readily shows how to wear this (wider part above the knee, lower part below). My best guess at this is that you're asking about the gel portion of the brace? If so, that should encircle the knee cap (so that the top/center of the knee cap is NOT covered)
844589
It locks. It worked well for post surgery but will not function well if you are trying to use it as a moving brace during rigorous activity.
188311
This brace isn't open in the back of the knee. The material used is pretty comfortable and so far I haven't had any issues with this brace.
957776
I suppose you are asking if you can play sports while wearing the brace? Yes. It will make you shoes a little tighter because it is thick, but I did cycling when I wore mine. I didn't do anything higher impact than that because I wanted to let the ligaments heal, but if you want to push it, I"m sure the brace will help.
677100
I use the brace to play basketball after my acl replacement. The metal on the sides prevents lateral movement. And the lock prevents hyper extension. Your knee will only bend as it's supposed to. No problem with pushing off and landing. I recommend it.
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.
869540
It might help in that it would make you more aware of your knee position, but as a layman, I don't think it would have enough support to prevent hyperextension. In my case I couldn't get the brace to stay put while walking, could be a sizing issue - not sure.
495544
This brace helped me for several years with a strained knee from constantly playing full court basketball. I am unfamiliar with runners knee.
712896
The knee brace is fairly easy to get on and off by undoing the Velcro straps. I find the Velcro cross-straps useless. They do not have enough velcro to hold them in place; especially on the top. I had to fold the Velcro and tuck it under the braces to keep them from dangling open. Doing so actually helped keep the hinges in place better because of the tighter tension caused by the double Velcro behind the hinges.
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Yes it would work great for him. Its very easy on the knees but should probably be used with knee braces at first until he gets used to the motion. It works great! Hard at first, but it's worth it if he sticks with it.
2051558
Absolutely! I hurt my knee last year playing soccer and now wear it everyday for added support. The compression isolates the joint for more stability. I even used this winter and was able to go skiing!
1082529
A separate knne guard is needed. Very little support for your knees with this
102664
It can, if you wear it too long and/or are sitting for any length of time. I would think that's true of any brace. I wear mine to play golf. I've learned to put it on AFTER I get to the course; and take it off immediately once I'm done playing. The first and only time I put it on at home and made the 20 minute drive to the course, it was quite uncomfortable. As an extreme example, I cannot imagine wearing any knee-brace on a flight of any significant length of time. Forget comfort, that has to be dangerous to your health.
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I tried mine on two different people and it just can't seem to stay put. I suggest you find one that has a knee insert. Like a hole where you can fit the ball of your knee in.