Knee brace

[Steve-Maine]

I am looking for a good elastic Knee brace. I have trouble with arthritis and calcium build up. Thanks

 

[davyfireball]

You can go to walmart or wallgreens and get one . They come in different sizes S M L

 

[Charles in Aus.]

There are numerous types and varieties and I have used many while trekking through Europe , my last before travel became difficult was 2000km from The Great Pass of Saint Bernard in Switzerland through rural Italy and to The Vatican in Rome . .
Some considerations ; don't buy one that's too tight despite what Physiotherapists and sales people recommend . If it isn't comfortable you won't wear it and so it's useless . Just firm enough for support without cutting into the back of your knee .
Neoprene ( wet suit material ) is probably the best but it will heat up your knee . Not such a bad thing though not the best in hot climates as you can develope a rash easily .
Elastic tube is an alternative that works and breathes to some extent , they wear out and go saggy fairly quickly though .
If the trouble is with a ligament or the kneecap there are straps with pressure pads that work extremely well , it takes a good professional to diagnose and fit one .

 

[RobCons]

I have a few different ones and my favorite is the sock type. Its an elastic material that you pull on like a sock. The others are heavier with adjustable straps. They are not as comfortable for an active lifestyle. All came from Walmart or drug store.

 

[showcrop]

I wore one for many years until I got a partial replacement. The one that worked best for me was cloth so it didn't irritate like the neoprene ones, and it had a hole for the knee cap which kept it in place.

 

[Bret4207]

No idea if this applies to your situation but I got rid of the majority of my degenerative arthritis issues by loosing 60 lbs. Amazing difference!

 

[WNYBill]

BLITZU knee brace on Amazon. Just don't put them in the dryer.

Remember RICE (rest, ice, compression, elevation)

 

[John M]

I deal with pian in my joints every day of my life, and not just my knees. I can tell you from EXPERIENCE those cheap braces from Wally World or a drug store most likely wont work, or give you litte relief. (Note, they may work well for some.) I currently have on 2 Donjoy braces that were made to fit ME, not me and every other person in the world. Sure, they cost more, but to be able to work almost apin free is a blessing worth the cost.

 

[rustyfarmall]

(quoted from post at 05:17:54 04/05/22)
No idea if this applies to your situation but I got rid of the majority of my degenerative arthritis issues by loosing 60 lbs. Amazing difference!

I'm sure that does make a difference. I seriously need to do the same thing.

 

[cb in wisc]

I use Professional Choice knee braces. They have hole in the center for your knee cap and have two flat springs on each side to give support. They can be worn over or under your pants and with velcro closures you can have it as tight loose as you want. A bit pricey, but I have had one of my braces for close to twenty years now and still helping me out.

 

[Bret4207]

(quoted from post at 11:47:14 04/05/22)

(quoted from post at 05:17:54 04/05/22)
No idea if this applies to your situation but I got rid of the majority of my degenerative arthritis issues by loosing 60 lbs. Amazing difference!

I'm sure that does make a difference. I seriously need to do the same thing.

May I suggest you look into Atkins diet? Meat, eggs, cheese- all you want. It's guys diet, leaves you full without crazy limitations. That is, if you are a meat eater and not a veggie kind of guy. You WILL loose weight relatively rapidly. Just be sure to get some sugar free fiber drink laid in because you'll probably need it. First time I went on it I lost 60+ lbs in 2.5 months! This time, being 15 years older, it takes longer, but it works.

 

[akers983]

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