Has anyone used the Bauerfeind knee brace? How do they compare?
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Bauerfind is the best knee brace in the world . I tried about 10 best selling knee braces but nothing compare with Bauerfind . The price is only isue
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I have wear them a few time in the past week. I have knee problems constantly and when running on the mill more than 3 miles, I could not stand the pain. I've tried knee straps and although it helps, the pain persist.Then I tried the Gel Force and the results are GREAT! It feels weird at the beginning, but after a few miles, I had no pain or discomfort. Recommended!
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This is the good copy of Bauerfeind knee brace , but when you try Bauerfind you can feel the big difference
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It could be if one can keep it from rolling down at the top. And finding a good fit can be tricky. I use a Mueller knee brace mostly for my knee which provides excellent support. Have also used an ACE knee brace, but prefer the Mueller. Good luck.
828246
I wish I could answer this for you. I have to have a knee replacement and the custom brace made it difficult to wear long pants. Also, I got pulled over through all securities with the custom brace. I have bone against bone. It does give me support so that I do not turn my knee in an awkward position. I think your orthopedic doctor could give good advice on this one. Pat W
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I measured for my knee but the brace is too tight for me and is un-returnable. It is sitting in the box doing nothing. I believe I did measure right above the knee also.
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I don't recommend it. it is not elastic enough to provide good compression therapy. I returned this item. Mueller ankle brace (which I bought at Wal-Mart) is a lot better, less bulky, a lot more comfortable.
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Raven, I'm not familiar with the DonJoy. As I am putting off a total knee replacement this brace has been really great. It's not an "off the shelf" brace these people in India actually custom make it to your leg dimensions you provide. The fit is perfect and the reinforcement is great along with being very comfrotable. My knee problem is I have no ligaments in the back of my knee, they were torn years ago in an automobile accident, and there is nothing holding my knee together. It has been operated on two times and can't be fixed except with replacement or fuse the joint together. Raven, I'm not familiar with the DonJoy. As I am putting off a total knee replacement this brace has been really great. It's not an "off the shelf" brace these people in India actually custom make it to your leg dimensions you provide. The fit is perfect and the reinforcement is great along with being very comfrotable. My knee problem is I have no ligaments in the back of my knee, they were torn years ago in an automobile accident, and there is nothing holding my knee together. It has been operated on two times and can't be fixed except with replacement or fuse the joint together.
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It does support the knee well. Have found that wearing compression pants under the brace reduces irritation from the heat build up between the skin and the neoprene.
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My knee is swollen so it rolls down if I put it on the whole way, but it rolls less than any other I have tried. I use the smaller ones in place of support hose...(up to the knee)...they are easier to put on and never roll. Futuro gives more support than others.
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Hi Lucy,I bought this brace for my husband. He measured his knee with a dress maker tape measure, then compared his measurements to the brace measurements posted on the Don Joy site. By the way, my husband LOVES his brace and wears it daily.
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This is a light brace. I have bad arthritis in both my knees (one needs to be replaced, maybe this winter) and it does help quite a bit. It is not as much support as one of the hinged braces, but it is not as cumbersome either. It provides compression and light support to keep the knee stable and take some of the pressure off it. It's also more breathable than most braces so more comfortable to wear. It's not a miracle cure, but it's about the best soft brace I've ever tried.
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Based on experience, this brace works well with an active lifestyle---much better than braces that use velcro. This is a sleeve that contains flexible support rods on both sides of the knee. It is very comfortable and provides good support. I wear it daily on both knees and recommend it highly.
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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.
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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 have had an ACL rebuild and a full knee replacement on my other leg. This will not provide full support for athletic activities in my opinion but worked very well as something to use for everyday comfort while walking, driving, etc. For post ACL running (I played lacrosse), I used a brace similar to those used by NFL players.
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Good luck getting a size that fits. The measuring charts from Mueller are not accurate. My knee measures 17 inches. I am 6' 1" with an average build. A Large will not even close at the back. Because of this it has been a real pain in the neck ordering/returning/reordering at my expense. The brace is good for the price but Mueller provide bad measuring criteria. Better that you find a store that carries the brace and try it on before buying.
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Yes it is a good knee brace. My husband likes it. It gives him support and washes easily.
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I doubt they will take it back. I contacted the company after receiving an email from them about my satisfaction. Fit was an issue for me too. Look on Amazon for the Mueller knee brace for women. It is in the purple range in color. It has grippers and stays up well. The sizing fits well. The best part is that it is designed for a woman's knee. Google q angle, and then you will understand what I mean.