How tight is it supposed to be? I got a 3, which is pretty tight but not circulation-stopping tight.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!!!
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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.
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Comfort is something that you can control. I keep mine breathable while im at work, bht when im working out at home i tighten it up when im running. pushups and situps. So there is not real suggestion on compression, just adjust it to your comfort and exercise. Im running a medium via the size chart too and it is a little snug as well.
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I keep this strapped to the top of my thigh and pretty tight. I usually have an ace band (a self stick one) underneath to help slipping. I can usually go a few hours before having to adjust.
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I would select the 6-7. If it is to tight you would feel it and also make you sweat. That's uncomfortable.
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I've had three and never had that problem. Mine all seem very tight and well crafted. Sounds like you got a defective one.
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Yes. I pull them tight but I have to allow for circulation. I had no idea the thing would be this big and heavy. I am using it by just laying it on my knee while I am lying down.
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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.
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It is supposed to fit tightly. I got a size larger than my usual size, but now I wish I had not. When it is wet it stretches a bit. A friend of mine got her usual size and it fit well. I would advise you to buy your usual size. I hope this helps. By the way, I love this product. I do aquatic exercise, and the pool isn't always as warm as I would like, but this makes a big difference.
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Mine isn't quite tight enough. One of my 3M rolls starts to slide off. I just recently added some tape on the inside of the roll to see if that will be enough to make a difference. I have another version of 3M tape that I ordered from Amazon that I haven't tried yet.
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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
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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.
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You're right is is really tight but you want it to be so it won't fall off. There really is no trick just time and a lot of deep breathing so you don't get frustrated.
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I have a queen with a 3" matress topper and its a tight squeeze but it does fit and its so worth it once you get it on . I cussed a little during the process, but afterwords "oooh yeahhh"
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Hmm. It seemed like mine loosened up once it was a little warm. I'm not sure though. Did you ask the distributor for feedback?
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It shouldn't be too difficult but it keeps everything in place so In the beginning it is very tight but I stretched mine a little for a few hours .. What I did was I wrapped it around one of the thin chairs that I have for a few hours and this way it lossened the eleastic so it made me feel I could breath once I did that.
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I wear a 9 - 9 1/2 depending on type of shoe, and I went with a Medium. It IS snug.. but it's supposed to be. I also wear this sleeve over another pair of socks and it doesn't cut off circulation or anything.
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I'm 180, and it's pretty snug on me. I think it'll be find. You can always send it back too. They're good like that.