Is this light and flexible to play sports such as raquetball or tennis? Does this give decent support to your knee?
1872650
yes bike hike and short runs.They do slip alittle make sure u get the right size.
268864
It would work in the sense that it's flexible enough to still do some kicks-so yes. It provides a medium level of support.
1725189
I use it when I play tennis usually 2 hrs of straight play and its great. Just don't wrap the bottom too tight otherwise your foot will cramp!
597310
I used it for skiing and found it very light and confortable. Skied and walked all day and did not feel it at all ( nor my knee!)
155243
I'm not a tennis player, but a overhand motion depends how bad your shoulder is. This shoulder support will help you keep your shoulder protected from further damage. I love mind.
193023
No its very light, my mum uses it to sit up in bed as she just had knee surgery and she doesn't complain.
1283072
Gives good support to your calf, not so much for you knee. It does keep everything warm. I use them when I officiate basketball. It helps my legs recover a lot faster. Since I have worn them this season I have not had any muscle pulls. Fingers crossed!
754435
the connective tissue holding the patella in place is a bit loose and the patellar strap does the job when I run and when I work out at the gym or hike. For me the problem is not severe, so I do not wear it otherwise. I can picture a person who skied, played football, tennis or other sports that stressed the tendons may choose to (need to) wear it more often. Listen to your knee, it will tell you. This beats the heavy knee wraps that some need to wear.
1177842
not really - it is designed to maintain a straight leg. I'm using it to support an injured LCL
969234
I only use the brace to control the sideways movement of the knee. I don't know if it would hold up to the rigors of basketball or football. I would not hesitate to use it for hiking - with the proper adjustment. I would say there is tension on the hinges, because, with proper adjustment, there is no tension on the knee!
495543
I am not a runner so I can not answer this. But it helps my knee when I play racquetball which involve a lots of running too.
1561710
It is okay for sports. The only thing I dislike is the power on button is somewhat loose, so if you run or jump around the button makes a slight clicking noise which distracts from the music.....not a big issue but an issue none the less.
1157622
My recommendation is "yes". You are putting a great amount of pressure on your knee and though the walker is comfortably cushioned, I would definitely buy a supplemental cushioning device.
102661
I'm very sensitive to circulation issues, and the Bauefeind Genutrain is fantastic in that regard if you size it per their instructions. I wear it to play pretty competitive table tennis with a lot of pivoting and footwork , and frankly, I forget I have it on. I have worn a number of smaller knee bands that are far more restrictive. I highly recommend the Genutrain if restricted circulation is a concern.
729345
Yes very much so!! It is comfortable and wearable for support during activities that may produce strain on the knee. I wear it when I exercise and when I'm working for stability which protects from further damage. Get one or two you won't be sorry!!!
476406
It works fine for me for use in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. We use thick mats for the flooring. Not sure what sport you play but if you get slammed hard or do hard shoots you might feel it. Also depends on your knees. It does provide protection but I'm not sure what kind of sport you're referring to. Sometimes I do feel a little shock still.
2051558
Absolutely! I hurt my knee last year playing soccer and now wear it everyday for added support. The compression isolates the joint for more stability. I even used this winter and was able to go skiing!