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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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It's ultra firm, so my legs never leave a depression in it. I just lay a soft towel over it. It doesn't cut off my circulation.
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It may be too tight, try loosening it a little at a time until you can lock it place.
2180876
I use a 2.5 L in mine, I haven't tried my 3L that looks like it might be a tight fit
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I just ordered the size my vascular doctor's office measured me for. Love how they "hug" my legs. Would suggest you might consider getting a "donner" and a "doffer" to get them on and off.
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Mine is packed away in a storage unit so I can't look at it now. I read all of the reviews and gauged what size I needed by the height and weight of other users. If you can find one at a sporting goods store to try on, that's what I did, then buy the size that's snug as you want to sweat in the thing.
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Good question. I am about same size and I got a large. So hard to get on and so tight I couldn't stand it. It may be that tightness is what makes it work. Not knowing I didn't get another. I would suggest an XL, but that may defeat its purpose.
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I agree, you need a large. I am female size 81/2 and feel that a large for me would have been better because of circulation. I use s/m but limit my keep on time. It really works.
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The band is stiff material and has no elasticity unlike my current one I use. I have some swing in my arms when I run and do not believe it will stay in place. My current band fits snug but with the elastic material does not restrict blood flow in arm. Since the band I purchased is stiff and short I will just return and not try it. The material is smooth neoprene on the inside so it may not stay in place I cannot determine that without wearing it.
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I don't have an answer for this...only that mine does the same. At one point mine seemed to be slowing down and then I realized that it was loose. You may want to try tightening.
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I'm very sensitive to circulation issues, and the Bauefeind Genutrain is fantastic in that regard if you size it per their instructions. I wear it to play pretty competitive table tennis with a lot of pivoting and footwork , and frankly, I forget I have it on. I have worn a number of smaller knee bands that are far more restrictive. I highly recommend the Genutrain if restricted circulation is a concern.
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If I recall correctly, you are supposed to measure the circumference of your elbow just above the bend. Then there is a size chart to refer to based on the number of inches. You definitely don't want it too tight, because you'll stop the circulation.
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I am a 3X and it is just right with a little to spare; you have to put it tight/ You also have to adjust it after wearing a while, but it does help keep hip pain down while doing things like sweep,vacuum etc. The tighter the better. I don't have it out right now or I would measure, but it is very long. It just slips and needs adjusting, but haven't found anything better. If worn over something like this picture, I think it would stay on really well- that I will try myself. Heat helps at night, too. Good luck! :)
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I am at 5 (right in the middle), but think it is still a little *stiff*. Shop had set them to 1!
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The tightness is the one, possible complaint the user might have . . . in a word. I should add that others say "No," but all three of mine do it. They do loosen up after a while, but I've never found the tightness to be a prob. As stated elsewhere, the co does stand behind their product and will replace, practically at the "drop of a hat." Call`em if there's a cont'd prob.
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You probably need to get the next larger size. They seem to be made small. The band needs to be tight to keep pressure on the pad.
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Regarding dis particular item,i purchased large...its pretty loose,i shudve bought medium instead...in my most humble opinion,buy medium coz u want da compression feeling afterall,dats da reason y ur purchasing dis item