will this brace help knees that buckel?
42953
I have an ACL tear with meniscus injury post recon, but my knee still buckles from time to time with certain activities. I bought this guard for my recent trekking trip to Nepal and my knee held up pretty well with it.. Up till the day of the descent of 4hrs, when the knee gave way. The swelling was minimal though and I recovered in abt 2days. Not too bad, so think the guard must have helped.
42954
Not being a doctor, I can't say for sure. However, I'd think not; that you'd need an articulated brace with hinged metal supports. This brace is equipped with metal springs that permit a full range of motion while providing compression and stabilization.I'd also advise being seen by a qualified physician rather than simply relying on external support for an unstable joint. Whatever the underlying problem, the condition may worsen if not correctly and completely treated.Best wishes.
1430397
No...just one. Has not produced any miraculous results over a regular knee brace. Pretty flexible so doesn't provide a ton of support.
2037244
Yes it does since the brace itself is very firm when worn semi tightly around your waist causing your spine to align itself correctly. But if your a heavly sloucher then it probably will not help. Best way to fix posture is always be aware of it.
1516753
Yes it is a good knee brace. My husband likes it. It gives him support and washes easily.
1245194
No. I was not impressed with the "brace"- it really did not add that much stability- much better products available
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.
969233
I don't think this would be the brace you want for sports, as that type appears to fit much tighter. This brace will remove weight off of your knee if applied correctly; but the amount of tension required could become uncomfortable on a long hike. The knee hinge is geared and almost friction free, the tension is not adjustable. It worked fantastic to keep the weight off of the tibia plateau for the eight week healing period. It allowed for moderate amounts of walking when the diagnosis was eight weeks of zero weight on the knee joint.
1180302
It can be tightened, but there's no measuring device to indicate the level of tightness. I have used it almost daily since I had total joint replacement on my left knee last December and it has really helped. When I started physical therapy at the hospital facility, the therapists were surprised at how far advanced the knee was and attributed it to the Restorator Bike. Please wish your Mother good luck from me.
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!!!
266164
I bought this for my dogs knee problem and even though it seemed to help him walk better, the vet sai it wasn't te right type of brace for a knee problem.
1596451
No, I don't think so. One of the problems with the brace is that it is always slipping down my leg and I have to adjust it.
1723185
Yes, it will. I have a bad back, bad knees, and am losing grip in both hands; and, I can handle it.
160908
Love this brace. Keeps most of the weight off of my knee, by distributing the weight to thigh and shin. Hope this help.
198997
It will support the knee joint and help with swelling - but don't forget to strengthen your quads! Simple exercises like the ones in "Treat Your Own Knee Arthritis" can give a knee much stability as well.
1885822
You might try online. Google it. I think I did. You can measure your knee and it will tell you which one you need. I love this brace.
1873007
Yes, the velcro makes it very adjustable. Therefore it should fit while your knee is swollen and as the swelling goes down.
1539242
I think it would if you're talking about the top of your lower leg since it's not long enough to go over the knee. It stretches to fit over my cast and then tightens back up just below my knee.