Do these pants support the knees and help protect them against injury? Or is a separate knee guard still useful?
1082527
I would still use a separate guard. I do not really notice too much support knee wise just decent muscle compresion.
1082528
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
420085
In my opinion this knee pad provides protection when you land on your knees while playing sports like soccer, basketball etc. It does not provide the support needed for squatting with weights. You should look at products like this ...http://www.amazon.com/Lifter-Weight-Lifting-Supports-Training/dp/B00BTZAMIK/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1424548026&sr=8-9&keywords=knee+protection+for+weight+lifting
1162294
Yes, the ridged plastic covers the front and side of the knee. An elastic band surrounds the bacl of the knee also - so it is well protected.
241858
You do use the knee pads. I use it for both in front and behind lat pulldowns and it works well.
2135682
you probably can but they have a tendency to slide from left to right on your knee if you move around too much. They would give some comfort but probably not worth the effort of keeping them straight. One of the rectangular foam pads used for gardening etc. May be a better option.
1049835
No they are not. If they did you would not get the knee support it offers. If you want and need a knee brace that works these braces are what you're looking for. If for some reason you have trouble getting tight items on your legs I would look elsewhere!
77917
My son and several teammates and opposing players use them for basketball and like them. As for older players I can only surmise the compression helps stabilize the knee. I wear compression sleeves myself on my knees every night and these seem of similar quality. Hope that helps
1516753
Yes it is a good knee brace. My husband likes it. It gives him support and washes easily.
1847064
This product is great for supporting your knees for a short time during intense exercise. If your looking for somthing for all day use, i would recommend getting a compression sleeve. They are comfortable and easy to put on and maintain.
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
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.
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.
531974
I would say yes. These are some of the thinnest knee pads I've ever owned and they still protect great. If your work pants are on the baggier side you'll be fine. If you weren't looking specifically for hardshell pads, then a thinner option would be volleyball pads, but these are the thinnest hardshells I've owned and they saved my knees a hundred times while snowboarding.
2142177
Hi, i think yes, because i play volleyboll and after every game i have sweat, first i put this protect patela after knee pad together, so is ok!!! ;)
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
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.
2022719
I didn't realize there were five different "kneedits". However, when making my decision, i tried a few on at a sporting goods store, watched and read a bunch of online content, and understood the mechanics of my personal knee issue. None of them are going to work like magic, but i will say this: after wearing mine during leg workouts, stopping because i didnt feel they were as effective as described, experiencing the pain come back, wearing them again and realizing that they do work (just not 100%), i decided they are a decent product.