I'm having trouble holding on to it, I want to massage my knees, any suggestions?
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Woolley, You don't "hold onto it". Put machine on the BACK of your hand. Long metal strap across palm in front of thumb. Short metal strap under middle and ring finger. Use palm and finger surfaces to massage. Remember to start your knee massage by working up either side of your "shin bone" before moving on to either side of your knee and across the top. Hope this helps.
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Yes I had the same problem. The med was like a rubber band around my knee. I returned it and got a large and it was great. This one is the best for knee problems. I have tried ones that cost more but the problem is the bigger or thicker it was, i got what felt like blisters from them. The ones with straps kept adjusting them because they would slip down. This one doesn't do that. It stretches in every way and has plastic stabilizers to make the knee stronger. You just try it. I got my first one from RiteAid Drug Store. You can go there to try it on before you buy one. That is where I got my first one. Amazon has them cheaper. Good luck! Yes I had the same problem. The med was like a rubber band around my knee. I returned it and got a large and it was great. This one is the best for knee problems. I have tried ones that cost more but the problem is the bigger or thicker it was, i got what felt like blisters from them. The ones with straps kept adjusting them because they would slip down. This one doesn't do that. It stretches in every way and has plastic stabilizers to make the knee stronger. You just try it. I got my first one from RiteAid Drug Store. You can go there to try it on before you buy one. That is where I got my... » Read More Yes I had the same problem. The med was like a rubber band around my knee. I returned it and got a large and it was great. This one is the best for knee problems. I have tried ones that cost more but the problem is the bigger or thicker it was, i got what felt like blisters from them. The ones with straps kept adjusting them because they would slip down. This one doesn't do that. It stretches in every way and has plastic stabilizers to make the knee stronger. You just try it. I got my first one from RiteAid Drug Store. You can go there to try it on before you buy one. That is where I got my first one. Amazon has them cheaper. Good luck! « Show Less
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Slide the colored part forward and then lift up. I couldn't get it either! Then my fiance did it first try
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It support the knee well when I have to get up and down. I don't feel pain unless I have to put weight on my knees. So I really don't think it's going to help much with the pain. It does keep the knees nice and warm.
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use something and poke it it will bounce right out :) or just use your finger nail to push it down
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i bend my knees and put my soles together, or bend my knees and cross my ankles - then i can TOTALLY relax. i can't if i try to kep my knees/legs straight. I love it.
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I rub it on my knees and my elbows after I am done with my feet. Then, at the endI do massage it into my hands. It softens them all. It is very dry in Alaska in the fall and winter, so it is a great help. Also, " The Gardener's bar or salve" is very good also.
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it does need to be held. you can put the springs that go over your hand and put them up over the housing and hold the top part with your hand. you would have to sit on a couch or bed with your legs bent to massage your legs. it does a great job
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Also Phil, I use a prescripted pain cream and that helps mine stay right in place. So if you are not using anything like that, maybe you can try lotion on your leg first, rub it in, your leg will have the moisture on it from the lotion, then pull your sleeve on. Hope that helps with the slippage! :-)Geneva
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I do have a little trouble with my hands so I do think the fitness gloves would be a big help. I have problems with one of my knees so I kneel on a pillow. The extra cushion helps.
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I have the same situation where I have to bend my knees. I find that if I stick my feet straight out in front of me I can still get assistance from the band. At other times I take my foot not in the band and kind of jump up to the top or have the band help me get to the top.
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Pull firmly and evenly. Completely ease up on finger hold. Let string go back into holder. If you hold it too long, hold top upside down in one hand and wind back up with other hand.
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brace forearms on handles and pull up on the seat. It is stiff! :) Good luck!
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Pull it up until the center of the knee exit the circle opening. I use it for my physical therapy for walking all the time, while recovering from a stroke. Works great for me to help stabilize my knee while exercising. Good investment.
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Hold it on either end and twist it back on itself. It's tricky, but keep trying and it will go.
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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.
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Carefully step on the disc. Slightly bend knees. Bend arms at waist. Twist to left then to right. If you find yourself twisting in a circle, STOP. You will HURT YOURSELF. You should be moving side to side. I wouldn't recommend holding on to anything because it hinders the range of motion needed to complete the movement.