I have a problem with my knee, I can walk for hours and hours and I can even use the elliptical machines at the gym with zero discomfort but every time I run and hit the 2 mile mark my knee pain becomes unbearable, pain in the ligaments and joints until I can't run anymore. This brace has completely stopped that!!! I don't even feel sore afterwards. I have been using it now for 2 months. So far, so good. It irritates the back of my leg a little bit because of the material chaffing my skin but that is to be expected. I would totally recommend this brace to anyone suffering from similar pain to what I am I feel like it has given me back my knee.
This might be the most annoying thing I've ever purchased. But read on I give some good advice, I just don't complain...
My wife bought the Mueller "One Size" (model 6455-1) from the local Walgreens. It's a cool product that you can adjust (according to the chart printed on the back) from 12 to 21 inches. -It was just a bit too small.
She went on Amazon and found the Mueller model #3333XL. The back of that box (and description on-line) says 20-24 inches. I was thrilled because that SHOULD HAVE fit me just fine.
Only one problem.
*Both braces are the EXACT same size.*
No Joke, I have them both in front of me. If you hold them up, the material is the EXACT same width. How the same manufacturer (of medical devices no less) can be this inconsistent in their sizing is beyond me.
Rather than order this (which is not real adjustable) you may as well go ahead and order the "One Size" which has different pockets to move the hinges according to your leg size. That way if it is too big you can adjust down or if someone else needs it, they can use it. And it's 5 bucks cheaper to boot!
*** If you're buying this in extra large because the 'regular' size ones don't fit, then don't bother. ***
I gave it a single star because -silly meI think a product should be the size they say it is.
BUT having said that, I can tell just by the look and feel it is a high quality product.
And if you're sure of your size and you never think someone a different size will get any use out of it, the quality of the 3333XL is better than the One Size. (6455-1)
But unless you're positive of the size, just get the adjustable one, the quality is fine and you'll save 5 bucks.
I hope this review saves someone a few days of pain the poor sizing chart caused me.
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I have worn different braces, but this is the Bentley of knee-braces. Doesn't shift around, doesn't bunch up, and very comfortable.
My only complaint is the material can make you a little itchy but that is standard with knee braces.
I wouldn't recommend it for sports though as it restricts motion too much. I would go for the same brand but a "softer" model for full motion.
This is a great injury/recovery brace, and you should have one just in case you hurt your knee anyway.
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This was the biggest knee brace I could find anywhere online. I still had to add a couple of inches of velcro of my own to make them fit my thighs because I'm an ex-football player and weightlifter. I weigh 420#, so finding this brace was great. With the added velcro it fits well and gives me great support. I can now do things on my feet that I couldn't do just a few months ago (i.e. shopping, yardwork, housework,etc..). Will buy again when these wear out unless someone comes out with an even bigger size!
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This brace is really solid and will keep all your knee parts in place! I definitely recommend it. Just order a size up: I am a 16" knee and I ordered a Large, which is supposed to be for 16-20"--it just barely fits. I don't think a 20" knee would fit.
I got a blister on my palm from chopping wood, which I then tore open and got dirt inside. I cleaned it out as much as I could, but yesterday it was still red and swollen, painful to the touch, clearly on the verge of getting infected. I put All Heal on it before bed, and today the swelling is gone, the hole has shrunk down to a pinprick and I can pick things up without discomfort. Yay.
