How tight is it supposed to be? I got a 3, which is pretty tight but not circulation-stopping tight.
138548
I remember purchasing based on "size" and there was a measurement tool on their website. I would check that out first... mine is tight enough to stay on yet not so tight to inhibit circulation. http://www.bauerfeindusa.com/en/products/supports-orthoses/knee-hip-thigh/genutrain.html
138549
Please follow the size guidance in the Web site or on the back of paper box. It should be comfortable tight with good support to your knees.
138550
By the sizing chart's measurements I should have gotten a 4, but I got a 3 since I figured the material is knit and might loosen up a bit with use. The 3 fits me snug but comfortable and not restrictive at all. I think as long as you don't feel it is cutting off circulation or inhibiting your natural movement it is a good fit. If you do feel those things you might want to go a size up.
138551
Mine is just stick to my skin. I won't say it is tight as I can move freely. I have checked the official website on the size guide before I buy it. You may have a look.
138552
It is all very dependent on your own personal preference. Mine is definitely tight, but that is what I prefer so that it doesnt slip during the course of play.
138553
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!!!
138554
I use mine while doing aikido so I need the support but I also need to move freely without the brace sleeping. I guess it really depends on what your use in going to be. I need support but also need full range of motion so mine is tight but absolutely not circulation stopping. I look at this as a helping hand for my knee but not an absolute supporting structure if that makes sense. Hope this helps.
370182
It should not be to right to where it cuts off circulation, but needs to be tight enough to stay up.
1168094
My hands is a little big, extra Large might be diff. They were a little hard for me to slide over my hands, when I did after 2-4 hrs.had to take off pump hands for circulation -before putting back on.
840991
Make sure you measure the outermost point. We made a measuring mistake and ordered one too small. The return was easy and we got another one. It fit just right. I can only speculate, but based on my experience I would get a bigger size, because even the correct one was tight and there was little if any stretching. Good luck.
1776136
I think it's a personal preference, I don't personally. The idea is too increase the circulation to the area so using it with mild pressure does the trick for me. It's really what feels comfortable.
1110531
Good question. I am about same size and I got a large. So hard to get on and so tight I couldn't stand it. It may be that tightness is what makes it work. Not knowing I didn't get another. I would suggest an XL, but that may defeat its purpose.
106343
It may be too tight, try loosening it a little at a time until you can lock it place.
669601
They seem to run a bit small, I wear a size 8.5 and I had to get size F (9-10). That is snug on my foot without being so tight as to cut off my blood circulation. But since you wear a 10, I would suggest a G (10.5-11.5).
1437293
Other than experiencing some tightness from the exercises, I too haven't seen much improvement. Maybe we should contact the company. They oughtto post a youtube post. I followed the directions on the pamphlet...Not sure if this helps you.
569622
Go for the next size, better safe than sorry. It actually adjusts. Good luck!
607713
You probably need to get the next larger size. They seem to be made small. The band needs to be tight to keep pressure on the pad.
1846208
it stays in place a bit better than others, but not completly. i dont recomand(hurts more if not perfectly fit) it but it stays tighter than others
171117
I'm about the same size as you and have been using the A3 for a few months now, depends on how you like the it to fit, definitely fits on the looser side but i'd go with the A3 again.
1346160
Mine is a little loose & it works fine for me. I have more energy since wearing it.
905209
Mine is an inch smaller than yours and I use a medium it is pretty snug, but I like it that way. I also have a Large and it stays on ok once I get a sweat. I would not go smaller than a large for you. They work fantastic for me, I don't think you will be disapointed
514618
The more compression the better the support for your legs, and the increase in circulation. You should get sized for a proper fit, however I believe 15-20mmHg is a good place to start and 20-30 would be preferred. If your leg feels numb the compression is too tight and you should go down a size. It should increase circulation, never cut it off.
102662
Not at all! It has a little bit of pressure but doesn't cut off circulation.