Is there a recommendation for an all-day knee support?
942439
My set is tight I would not wear it all day long. I might for an 8 hr shift. Longest I've worn them is 4 hours. Hope this helps
942440
I would not recommend this for all day support. It will rub you raw eventually causing a boil. Which you will then have to pop, resulting in a doctors visit, who tells you that you need to have surgery on it which leads to time off from work. Now you've lost money from being off from work and the bills keep coming in. I hope you have aflac.
1885822
You might try online. Google it. I think I did. You can measure your knee and it will tell you which one you need. I love this brace.
774923
I found it a great help for the problem I had. I injured a tendon in my knee where my knee actually tried to move sideways! It would not hold me up. This brace was most helpful as I waited for the healing to take place. And I was careful to be sure I rested it so it would heal. It gave me all the support I needed. I first tried the over-the-counter bulky ones and they caused too much rubbing and irritation. This fit like a glove. I hope this helps you.
337137
No. All the padding is up front (about 4 inches long). The back is your typical Velcro strapping. I just make sure the back of the straps line up so the Velcro doesn't rub up against the back knee. I don't think they provide support like a knee brace, but they're light and easy to put/take off. Enough support for the patella.
2115525
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.
351198
I dont know michael. I think most importantly it's going to come down to your tolerance and what you need from a brace in order to feel support. Myself I like things tighter than looser when it comes to my knee so i opted smaller.
854098
Absolutely. I have a bad left knee and have been using this brace for swimming since 1996 when I hyperextended it getting on a rocking boat. My family doctor sent me to an orthopedic surgeon who said I would have to have the knee replaced in 6 months. I have seen so many knee replacements go bad at 69 years old I am not willing to take the chance. I replace mine every year because the wear and tear of taking them off they just get shabby looking. These are for not for 'frog' kicking, that is too much stress on the joint. I have a friend who is a proffesional swim coach an I am still swimming three days a week.
819723
I can wear mine all day long for that extra support. It really helps the pain.
621400
Yes, I wear this support all day/everyday for walking support. It is very comfortable, better than most. I have several walking supports types as I have a condition called "drop foot". This is as good as I have found, regardless of price. Good Luck!
2051556
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.
774920
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.
889231
Honestly this brace is very flexible and not really stiff at all. It's something more for casual every day wear, it's not something I'd work out in because the stability it offers is very minimal. If you don't get it tight enough the brace slips down your knee, it's great for walking or jobs where you're on your feet a lot like I am, but not great for exercise or any real intense level of activities.
1008196
I tried mine on two different people and it just can't seem to stay put. I suggest you find one that has a knee insert. Like a hole where you can fit the ball of your knee in.
1900537
Hi, Janina. I'd say no. I need a cane for the knee. But I have a sense of style, so I'm very carful when I take it out. Got a compliment on it today in fact. but unless you want to dazzle them, try something that wont break the first time you drop it. Handle with care. Choose wisely. Good luck.
869540
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.
1390133
I use mine for cross-fit style work outs at the fire station to support my knees that suffered moto-cross abuse in the past. I think they would work, but, they advise to not leave them on for long/extended periods. Lots of stair climbs, squats, lunges, sprints, and mobility. Does that help any?
322421
I am sorry to say but it has been so long since I used this knee support. I have or had arthritis in my knees. I have had both knees replaced and I am living again.