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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mine is very snug and perfect for my use...I do not know why yours is off and perhaps you should exchange it for one that is not defective
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Just got mine today and while a little tighter than I expected, it fits great!
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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 think it's a personal preference, I don't personally. The idea is too increase the circulation to the area so using it with mild pressure does the trick for me. It's really what feels comfortable.
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I have, because I tightened it too tight. Just snug it up, and you'll be ok.
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it does appear tight...just make sure you click the lid shut :) thats been my only concern if i forgot to
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I would recommend a medium. But it still may be tight. You might need to break it in a bit.
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I have a size 12 foot and order the xl. The problem with all these compression socks is they should design them to be measured around the ankle and the front area of the foot. I found even the xl "felt too tight but did not cut off circulation. That said you can try them and see how they feel.
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Mine feels snug, I just checked it. Although I don't move it much, and have had mine for about a year.
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I would select the 6-7. If it is to tight you would feel it and also make you sweat. That's uncomfortable.
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I'd say go with a size lower than you might generally go with otherwise it won't stay on too long as you're cycling...over time mine have loosened up a bit after usage/wash ect...so I'd probably go with the smaller size
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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
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Mine is a little loose & it works fine for me. I have more energy since wearing it.
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I'm pretty small too. I had to relax a bit and go carefully, and they're pretty big still. I like them for that, but I would suggest going with a 3/4" pair first if you're nervous about it. They were what I started with, for the same reason.
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Make sure you measure the outermost point. We made a measuring mistake and ordered one too small. The return was easy and we got another one. It fit just right. I can only speculate, but based on my experience I would get a bigger size, because even the correct one was tight and there was little if any stretching. Good luck.
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I wear a 9 - 9 1/2 depending on type of shoe, and I went with a Medium. It IS snug.. but it's supposed to be. I also wear this sleeve over another pair of socks and it doesn't cut off circulation or anything.