My doctor recommended I get this brace for my knee but do not know which size to buy. Description of brace does not say how to order size.
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I bought one to see (and then had to return it to get the proper size. The side of the box says: Medium (120-140 lbs) 12-14 in. knee Large (140-170 lbs) 14-16 in. knee X-Large (170-220 lbs) 16-18 in. knee XX-large (220lbs and up) 18-22 in. knee
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I would measure the thickest part of your leg, in my case the mid-thigh, as the brace extends from mid-thigh to the mid-calf. It also includes plastic braces which may dig into fatty areas. I removed mine, but it rendered the brace too big. The brace is rather comfortable for a more muscular leg with less discrepancy between top and bottom widths.
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If you go to Footsmart.com, they sell this product and have specific sizing instructions.
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I ordered large knee brace, and it fits very firm and tight on my knee (my normal pants size is extra small to small). I was thinking about buying the extra large brace too for not-so-tight compression of my knee. The quality of this brace is very good.
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I bought one to see (and then had to return it to get the proper size. The side of the box says:Medium (120-140 lbs) 12-14 in. kneeLarge (140-170 lbs) 14-16 in. kneeX-Large (170-220 lbs) 16-18 in. kneeXX-large (220lbs and up) 18-22 in. knee
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measure around the calf above the knee and measure around the knee , you want it tight but not too tight to cut the blood flow and dig in to your skin mine are great x-large
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You would think that sizing charts would be listed somewhere on Amazon for the products it sells, wouldn't you? I guess that's too much to ask. Here's a link to the sizing chart on the Meuller site: http://www.muellersportsmed.com/sizing_knee.htm
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The link shows med at 12-14", the large at 14-16" the Xlarge 16-18 Here's the link http://www.incrediwear.com/products-8/incrediwear-braces/knee-brace-w-germanium.html#.U6Y1AmdOXIU
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I can't remember where I found the sizing chart but I do have the box it came and this is what is on it. you measure cir of knee med 120to 140 lbs...12-14" around knee large 140 to 170 lbs 14 to 16 inches around the knee. xlarge 170 to 220 lbs 16 to 18" around the knee xxlarge 220 lbs and up 18 to 22 inches around the knee.....this is a nice brace and stretchy.. very comfortable..
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I did not find this brace comfortable, but I think I went to their site and found a way to get a correct measurement. Sorry, I can't be of further help.
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I doubt they will take it back. I contacted the company after receiving an email from them about my satisfaction. Fit was an issue for me too. Look on Amazon for the Mueller knee brace for women. It is in the purple range in color. It has grippers and stays up well. The sizing fits well. The best part is that it is designed for a woman's knee. Google q angle, and then you will understand what I mean.
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I dont know michael. I think most importantly it's going to come down to your tolerance and what you need from a brace in order to feel support. Myself I like things tighter than looser when it comes to my knee so i opted smaller.
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Hi Lucy,I bought this brace for my husband. He measured his knee with a dress maker tape measure, then compared his measurements to the brace measurements posted on the Don Joy site. By the way, my husband LOVES his brace and wears it daily.
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The knee brace is a L or R brace. You can buy one that will secure a TENS unit and you will save yourself $200 from these scam artists with their "special" setting. Look online for a TENS knee chart so you can place them in the right spot on the muscle while the brace is on. Again, that is only to replicate this waste of money product, you do not need the brace if you are getting a TENS unit. You will not be walking anywhere with the TENS unit forcing the muscles to contract and relax. You need to stay sedentary for it to work the muscles and break up the scar tissues or work the weaker muscle area. The knee brace is a L or R brace. You can buy one that will secure a TENS unit and you will save yourself $200 from these scam artists with their "special" setting. Look online for a TENS knee chart so you can place them in the right spot on the muscle while the brace is on. Again, that is only to replicate this waste of money product, you do not need the brace if you are getting a TENS unit. You will not be walking anywhere with the TENS unit forcing the muscles to contract and relax. You need to stay sedentary for it to work the muscles and break up the scar tissues or work the... » Read More The knee brace is a L or R brace. You can buy one that will secure a TENS unit and you will save yourself $200 from these scam artists with their "special" setting. Look online for a TENS knee chart so you can place them in the right spot on the muscle while the brace is on. Again, that is only to replicate this waste of money product, you do not need the brace if you are getting a TENS unit. You will not be walking anywhere with the TENS unit forcing the muscles to contract and relax. You need to stay sedentary for it to work the muscles and break up the scar tissues or work the weaker muscle area. « Show Less
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Hi Anne, I can't really give any medical diagnosis about the support that this brace gives, but simply a testimony of my situation. I had lateral meniscus surgery back in 1977 (the old way before arthroscopic was available). After 35 years, there is simply nothing left to cushion my knee joint. The brace helps prevent some of the looseness and grinding that takes place when I run or ride my bike. It is really tight, provides good side to side and twisting resistance, and does a lot to ease my pain. It is a tight fit - and it is pretty warm to wear, but I find it is very helpful and gives me the ability to participate in activities for a few more years before replacement therapy is going to be necessary. I hope this helps!
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You are on the cusp between medium and large for sizing and based on the nice, snug fit of this brace, I would probably go with the next size up - large. The worst that could happen is you have to return the brace for a medium.
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Go to the McDavid website and check out the size chart correlated with the brace you want to get
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Measure around the center of your knee directly over the kneecap. The sizing correlates with the Asterisk knee brace sizing. http://www.asteriskbrace.com/sizingchart.html Size SM 13" - 13 7/8" MD 14" - 14 7/8" LG 15" - 15 7/8" XL 16" - 16 7/8" XXL 17" - 18 1/4"
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Run a search for Pro-Tec Knee Strap on line, like Google. It will tell you to measure around your knee, under the knee cap. The instructions will tell you what size to order per your measurement.
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A soft tape measure is what I utilized per my orthopedic doctor's instruction. Otherwise measure with a shoe string and place it on a hard tape measure. Each strap has a range size that will tell you what size to order based upon the measurment around your knee. I recommend Nike vs. Pro-Tec - better made product. Good luck!
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I have two braces. This one I use for refereeing basketball games which requires a lot of running and twisting of the knee. I use a less confining brace for just walking. If you are 14" at the semi-bent knee I would go for the medium. I have a 15" knee at purchased a large and it fits fine.
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The measurements shown in the answers (below) are accurate. However, measure ABOVE your knee to the approximate place the top of the brace will sit, then order accordingly. I have the XL and it is a good fit. Secure, but not tight, and will not slip down. If that portion of your leg is larger, and you only buy the size that corresponds to the measurement around your actual knee, it will be way too tight and very uncomfortable.