Do these pants support the knees and help protect them against injury? Or is a separate knee guard still useful?
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I would still use a separate guard. I do not really notice too much support knee wise just decent muscle compresion.
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No they're not designed specifically for knee support and they're a mild compression overall. If you're serious about knee support in compression how about trying Jobst Men's Compression socks, thigh highs, or T.E.D. stockings.
1082529
A separate knne guard is needed. Very little support for your knees with this
118931
Hi, they serve me well for gym warm ups - rapid walk & keeps me supported for standing work ours . However for strenuous leg workouts & squats I use knee strap over these pants . Das
1990613
These leg guards protect well at a reasonable weight. In 14yrs umpiring I've never been hit in the field, but I suppose it can happen. I wear wide leg pants at the plate but regular pants on the field, so leg guards would only fit under baggy pants. The foot flaps are removable I think but not the knee flaps. This gear would be to bulky for me to wear in the field in my opinion.
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Under product description, there is a sizing guide for the wrist guards. I did not see one for the knee pads or elbow guards. This is not a super durable set, so if you are doing something active, like roller derby, I would look elsewhere. They might be fine for biking, etc.
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I have used them for mountain biking and they do an acceptable job protecting my knees and shins. I am not sure that type of protection might be comfortable for climbing and will stay in place if you take traumatic steps, small jumps, etc. I believe a tube fabric with plastic inserts might work better for you. Just a thought.
851263
They are fitted in the leg. i do not think you could get knee pads under the pant leg.
677100
I use the brace to play basketball after my acl replacement. The metal on the sides prevents lateral movement. And the lock prevents hyper extension. Your knee will only bend as it's supposed to. No problem with pushing off and landing. I recommend it.
1181194
I wear one because my knee was taken out by an accident. I do not wear them everyday, but when I do they help and they do no harm.
843725
I just slip mine out to wash the pants - They certainly do protect my knees so I don't want to loose them or add any additional wear and tear to them
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I wear them playing softball. They keep my knees from getting skinned up when I dive catching ground balls. Been wearing these type of knee pads for many years and they have saved my knees.
1530206
Yes, I have the same problem in my right knee and that is why I bought these. While the knee can still be in pain, it prevents further irritation and allows me to move comfortably.
818207
I agree with your question. I don't have the support anymore. The support part of the brace on my knee was good, but there were rather hard rubber band type things at the top and bottom, which really cut into my legs above and below my knee. I would not recommend this brace to anyone. It was not helpful; it was uncomfortable; and didn't seem to have the proper sizing for the top and bottom to go along with the knee support itself.
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Both. They slide on with a sleeve that has holes/perforations and a small cut to accommodate flexed position of your knees. I personally think the cut behind the knees should be bigger Overall they are great kneepads for protection and being low-profile.
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It's just for one knee. If you need support for both knees, you'll have to buy two.
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No, not really, since you got a knee protector that goes higher then the knee cap, and just walking around with them will make it uncomfortable. those knee shin pads protector are made for cycling and motorbike riding since you have your legs bent and the knee shin pads protector will fit perfectly over your knee cap whille protecting the higher part of your knee cap. i use those knee shin protector while riding my electric mountain bike going up to 60 km/h in the trails and since i've had them, they protected my knees and shins quite well after those wipe outs. hope those info helped you. Best Regards, Steve No, not really, since you got a knee protector that goes higher then the knee cap, and just walking around with them will make it uncomfortable. those knee shin pads protector are made for cycling and motorbike riding since you have your legs bent and the knee shin pads protector will fit perfectly over your knee cap whille protecting the higher part of your knee cap. i use those knee shin protector while riding my electric mountain bike going up to 60 km/h in the trails and since i've had them, they protected my knees and shins quite well after those wipe outs. hope those info helped you.... » Read More No, not really, since you got a knee protector that goes higher then the knee cap, and just walking around with them will make it uncomfortable. those knee shin pads protector are made for cycling and motorbike riding since you have your legs bent and the knee shin pads protector will fit perfectly over your knee cap whille protecting the higher part of your knee cap. i use those knee shin protector while riding my electric mountain bike going up to 60 km/h in the trails and since i've had them, they protected my knees and shins quite well after those wipe outs. hope those info helped you. Best Regards, Steve « Show Less
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I would say no due to the material being so soft and the mesh knee has a lot of space before actually touching the knee cap. I would suggest a brace that has metal inserts on the sides to prevent kneecap dislocations. It is what is recommended. Hope this helps.
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It might help in that it would make you more aware of your knee position, but as a layman, I don't think it would have enough support to prevent hyperextension. In my case I couldn't get the brace to stay put while walking, could be a sizing issue - not sure.