My knees measure at 15" but my calves and thighs are a bit thick-hubby's Mediums seem tight around those areas-would Large be better for me?
1281212
I would suggest a large because as you can see the brace goes half up the thigh and partially down the calf. Hope this helps.
1281213
I think the large would work for you. My husband is 15" knees, 16" thigh and calves and works well for him. Hope this helps you. "
1281214
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
1281215
I think the large would work for you. My husband is 15" knees, 16" thigh and calves and works well for him. Hope this helps you."
1281216
Yes, I think the large would be better as my knees measure 14 1/2 but when I talked to the physician's assistant at my doctor's office, she recommended the larger size as knees do swell during the day. Hope this is helpful.
1262225
I bought medium and my calves are not very big and they are pretty snug. Left impression on my legs from tightness. You may want to go with Large. I wear size 10 shoe as well.
188450
My husband's knee measured 13" and when he put the Small on it was way too small. I would definitely suggest getting the medium. It's one piece and very difficult to get off the leg.
1743374
A large probably would not fit, as my knees are "14", and the large fits me.
456832
My son's knee measurement (over center of kneecap) was exactly the border between the large and X-large sizes. Since he has significant muscle, I went with the X-large. That worked well.Since everyone's legs are different, I imagine many will need to exchange in order to get a snug, but not restrictive fit.
1370338
I'm 5'4" @160. Wear the medium. But still have trouble keeping the knee area actually over my knees as they tend to want to slide down... But small would be far to snug for me.
21434
Since you have to pull the support up over your thigh to position the knee support correctly I would think you would go with that measurement.
1846288
I wear men's size large. You can measure the length from the bottom of your foot to your knee and measure around your calf for sizing. I choose men's for a better fit for me, even though the foot is a little large for me.
686926
My calves are 18" and my quads are 27" so I went with large and they fit well... Maybe a little loosely. But they do offer great knee support!
55533
Yes, got a large for my husband and he loves it. Ankle one didn't work as good as he thought but the knee Sleeve he said was a God Send.
51258
My thigh is 20" and my calf is 16". I can get the large on my leg but it is tight. You should probably get the XL size to be comfortable. If it is too big I'll trade you my large.
1128951
That's the problem I had! The size is based on measuring around the knee. The website lists one sizing chart, but the packaging lists another. I measured 14 inches, bought a medium, and it was too small. Here's the website: https://www.kneesupport.com/mcdavid/. I think the issue was that i have muscular calves, so my proportions may be different than their "standard". My suggestion: buy a size larger than you think you need. Good Luck!
446187
I'd get a large. I bought a medium based on being at the bottom of the measurement scale and had to send it back. I love my knee braces and find it helps my old, cartilage shy knees handle deep squats and all the moves of my CrossFit workouts.
771166
To determine my size (LG/XL) I assumed this type of support would be tight to provide proper support. I weigh 122 pounds - 5 feet 3 inches tall - so my legs are not very fat nor wide. This size is just right for me, more snug than loose. If you are close to my height/weight you might consider getting LG/XL. Anything smaller will be too tight for you. My circumference measurements around my leg are: 13 inches below the knee joint where the calf begins; 14.5 inches around the knee joint at the widest part; 15 inches above the knee joint where the thigh begins. Measurements taken standing up. If you measure much smaller or larger than me you need a different size from LG/XL. Hope this helps.Generosa Rader To determine my size (LG/XL) I assumed this type of support would be tight to provide proper support. I weigh 122 pounds - 5 feet 3 inches tall - so my legs are not very fat nor wide. This size is just right for me, more snug than loose. If you are close to my height/weight you might consider getting LG/XL. Anything smaller will be too tight for you. My circumference measurements around my leg are: 13 inches below the knee joint where the calf begins; 14.5 inches around the knee joint at the widest part; 15 inches above the knee joint where the thigh begins. Measurements taken standing up.... » Read More To determine my size (LG/XL) I assumed this type of support would be tight to provide proper support. I weigh 122 pounds - 5 feet 3 inches tall - so my legs are not very fat nor wide. This size is just right for me, more snug than loose. If you are close to my height/weight you might consider getting LG/XL. Anything smaller will be too tight for you. My circumference measurements around my leg are: 13 inches below the knee joint where the calf begins; 14.5 inches around the knee joint at the widest part; 15 inches above the knee joint where the thigh begins. Measurements taken standing up. If you measure much smaller or larger than me you need a different size from LG/XL. Hope this helps.Generosa Rader « Show Less
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My knee is of similar size and have fairly thick thighs as well as large calves. This sleeve is very comfortable as far as size and I have never had an issue of slipping. My knee brace is the same size and you just need to make sure it is secured as it should be. Too loose and you lose your support anyway.
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Measure your kneeAvailable Sizes:Medium (12 - 14 in.) Large (14 - 16 in.) X-Large (16 - 18 in.) XX-Large (18 - 22 in.)
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You're safe to follow the CEP sizing chart. If your husband's calf size is exactly between two sizes(15.25"... size III or size IV ???), personally I would go with the smaller size. Otherwise follow the chart and you'll be pleased.