I have a tommy copper sleeve which has compression built in which helps to stabilize the upper arm does this item help stabilize the muscle?
907469
it stabilizes the whole shoulder including the muscles. I've had trouble with rotator cuff and this product has enabled me to continue pitching and 49 years old
907470
Not that much. It kind of gives me a reminder to don't over do the motions that might worsen the muscle, which was my rotator cuff. Hope that helps. :D
907471
I don't believe the sleeve mechanism on this support is intended for compression. This sleeve component is really only used to support and stabilize the shoulder. I recommend using the compression sleeve if you require muscle support, while this shoulder support provide the ortho/ shoulder stability.
1479302
I think you would be better off getting advise from a medical professional. But, that said I don't think this really stabilizes, it's more for posture correction. It pulls the shoulder back and down and restricts forward movement. I found out I have arthritis and it was not comfortable for me to wear while doing things around the the house. Seems like it would make it more difficult to use a bow.
1870495
The splints you get from doing heavy preacher curl, will not be helped by this. I never did find anything that actually helped with forearm splints.
337607
I did not buy this to tone the thighs, but for the upper arms. It is made of sturdy plastic with a very strong spring mechanism.Worth the money, but will only work if you stick to it. I recommend it.
2283242
Yes. The problem I have is the elastic material isn't that elastic. I have in my opinion moderate size biceps and it cuts off my circulation after prolonged use. I hope this helps.
2099096
Don't think so. Mine works perfectly with just the screw and I have no memory of any type of sleeve provided in the package. Of course, it is not necessary to screw down excessively to hold the arm in the desired position...just a little less than "hand tight" should be fine and you won't distort (i.e., "crush inward") the arm. I use it during grooming of our two Miniature Schnauzers and, once set, haven't had to adjust it.
259315
Yes, it fits the upper arm. However, I found I had to tighten it so much that I didn't like using it on my arm while exercising my arm. I love the rubber protective sleeve though. I use it in my pocket in the protective sleeve while I exercise and thread the wires inside my shirt.
365846
Yes, I used these for my elbows and I am also 160lbs. I found them quite tight on my forearms though. I recently upgraded to rehbands elbow sleeves which fit better though cost a ton more. I do have bigger forearms than most as I'm a carpenter, so the Tommy konos may work out great for you.
542154
Bobby- I would not buy it for that. It may help indirectly, but no more than arm exercises would strengthen them normally. It isolates the bicep curl movement, and triceps pull down movement. -Doug
10450
You put the hard plastic white part on the interior forearm muscle. As tightly as tolerated. This keeps that muscle from contracting which is connected to the elbow!
1334763
My husband wears it on his right shoulder. He was involved in an accident 35 years ago and has lost the muscle tone. He was unable to lift his arm and it sags down. The brace kind of holds it in his shoulder socket.
10451
This band is used often for the so call tennis elbow. I wear it on the arm near the elbow, not too tight, while playing tennis. It gives me full mobility while holding the muscle.
1568454
Yes. In my use of the Supra Curl Bar it appears to be designed precisely to permit the maintenance of a neutral wrist grip throughout the curl motion. I purchased the bar after using two similarly made attachments for the cable tower which use the same grips and rotational capabilities. In all cases hyper-extension and strain can be avoided and stress on the wrist is all but eliminated.
1512452
I use them for strength training on my squat/dead days and they work great. They are a level 1, so it's gives light support, but it's mainly for mild compression and joint warmth to help with blood flow. I don't have any joint issues though, so these level 1 sleeves work for me.
1693613
No. However, these wrist supports help prevent strain to the same tendons involved in tennis or golfers elbow by minimizing over flexion during exercise.
36482
Like one of the previous answers: My left upper arm is also 12.5 and it fits pretty well. It is tight, but then that is how it should fit. A loose compression sleeve would be useless.
1686111
It helps to stretch tight muscles in the neck and shoulder area. I first use a heating pad to warm the muscles, then use the traction. Yes, it's helped me.