I'm looking for something to give support for my varicose veins in the back of my knee when running. Do you think it would help there?
1121857
I think if it would stay up it might, we bought an xl for my husband and it would not stay in position.
1121858
I would NOT use this brace for varicose problem unless you check with your dr. A gradual tightness via ace wrap would probably be better. I think this could be too tight.....these run small. I haven't been able to wear my medium one and do not have large legs . I.e. I am 5'4" and weigh 130#.
282295
I've never used it for the knee, but it might provide some support for the back of the knee.
950326
Probably. But not sure because I chose not to use it. It was a very orangey color on my skin and did not blend very well. I just wanted something to use mainly around my ankles where I have some spider veins. This must be used on the whole leg or not at all. Did not work for me.
118933
If you really want calf and knee compression fully then you can buy the calf skins. These tights help to increase my bloodflow and help me to feel more powerful especially when doing legs. I do not have any calf injuries or knee injuries but I use these for Spin and Heavy Leg Days.
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.
729346
I dont know if it is good for preventing knee problems, but the support it gives keeps me from re-injuring my knee.
774921
For me, it gives support--without all the sweating that the other sleeves create. I play basketball with it-- I have arthritis, no longer have knee injury, so can't say that it would relieve pain from that. When I started wearing it, I was recovering from injury, and it seemed to help. I wear it now, for support. It is not a brace---
1834883
I honestly do believe it'll help... I have arthritis on both knees but only use it on my left knee due to the fact that I've had multiple surgerys on my right knee due to mcl and acl tears and have a custom brace on my right knee but I feel it helps with that so I don't see why it wouldn't help with a pull... I keep active, I've used it for trail running and cross training including powerlifting and it hasn't let me down yet. :) hope this and it helps.
1111345
I would think it would be very helpful for a hip. It was a wonderful help for my knee!
774918
Not much in the support.. but great pain reliever.. and helps with blood flow.. my knee feels great.
2081660
I have not tried, but you probably make it work someway. I didn't find it easy with the really extra firm medical 30-40 mmHg anyway, still have to have my hubby help. It did work on less firm stockings that were only knee highs. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful.
773198
It does help and is very useful. I use it every day while walking. It supports the knee very well.
2003237
Sorry, I meant prevent blood from pooling in the feet. I don't know how effective they are for specific knee joint problems.
772519
The question cracks me up because here I am in a leg cast...anyway, back to how firm it is. It is just about perfect if you are looking to elevate legs in a cast, or if you have circulation issues. Would be great for people with varicose veins. There is minimal give; enough to put your legs on it and not have them roll, but enough firmness to make them remain elevated. I am a 5 foot 9 inch tall woman and it is just what I needed. I would not get w/out a cover as the material gets easily frayed. We had an old laundry bag and that worked perfectly as a cover so we didn't need to purchase one.
1177843
I am not into running but I would think that it would cause a problem. I purchased mine as a result of the pain I was experiencing playing Golf. This brace was a lifesaver as far as playing golf was concerned. I have suggested to a couple of my golfing buddies and would suggest it for anyone with knee problems.
1591325
Hello. Honestly... I wouldn't put much faith in that. I wouldn't even say that this had any long lasting effects. Sorry... I was disappointed too. For what its worth, I'd check with your local aesthetics clinic. They can treat varicose veins. Good luck!
1792605
my foot size is 6, but I wish I would have gotten a small instead of a medium. I think it would have given me better support for the varicose veins. Hopes this helps with your question.