Thuasne Sport Reinforced Patella Knee Support Sleeve with Stays
Getting back into an active routine after injury can be especially daunting, with lingering pain and the danger of sudden re-injury always present. The Thuasne Sport Reinforced Patella Knee Support Sleeve with Stays uses targeted compression and flexible stays to comfortably reinforce the knee, while encouraging healthy circulation to speed up healing and retaining the flexibility needed for competitive sport. It also features a padded patella ring that protects the kneecap from impact shock and helps improve stabilisation.
What's Included?
Please note that this knee brace can be worn on either the left or right leg.
Which Size Should I Choose?
The Thuasne Sport Reinforced Knee Brace is available in five sizes to accommodate most people. To find which size you need, measure the circumference of your knee around its centre as shown in the diagram below. Once you have measurement, refer to the sizing table to find the right size.
Size | Knee Circumference |
Small (Size 1) | 32 - 34cm |
Medium (Size 2 ) | 35 - 37cm |
Large (Size 3) | 38 - 41cm |
Extra Large (Size 4) | 42 - 45cm |
XX-Large (Size 5) | 46 - 49cm |
Sizing Recommendations
- If your measurements fall on a size boundary, we recommend choosing the larger size for greater levels of comfort
- The brace is meant to be compressive and will feel tight as a result; if you would prefer less tightness, please choose a larger size
- If you do not have a flexible tape measure, take your measurements with a piece of string, then measure the string with a ruler
Which Conditions Can This Knee Brace Help Me With?
Designed to stabilise the patella in a central position, the Thuasne Reinforced Knee Brace can help alleviate pain caused by conditions such as:
- Knee instability
- Patella tendinitis
- Patella sublaxation
- Mild ligament sprains
- Injury prevention
Key Features and Benefits
- Foam patella ring improves centring and stabilisation of the patella
- Shock absorbent padding helps keep the patella protected
- Stretch zones behind the knee improve flexibility and comfort
- Stays along each side of the knee provide optimal stability
- Elastic knit design delivers uniform compression around the knee joint
How Do I Fit the Thuasne Reinforced Knee Brace?
With pull tabs and anatomic markings, the Thuasne Knee Brace is quick and easy to fit. Using the pull tabs, slide the brace over your knee, making sure that the kneecap is positioned in line with the patella markings at the front of the knee brace.
Can I Play Sports While Wearing This Knee Brace?
As the name suggests, the Thuasne Sports Reinforced Knee Brace is designed to help injured athletes return to sports without fear of pain or re-injury. By absorbing impacts with a foam padded patella ring, this knee brace diminishes the risk of kneecap injury when playing sports such as:
- Football
- Tennis
- Cycling
- Rugby
- Basketball
- Hockey
- Skiing
- And many more!
What Can a Knee Brace Do for Me?
Knee supports are designed to stabilise and compress the knee, either to reduce pain and inflammation with an existing injury, or to prevent one from happening in the first place. If you've suffered an injury and want to heal quicker, or are regularly active and want to take steps to prevent injury, then this knee brace can help.
Shock Absorbent Patella Ring
The patella takes on a lot of pressure throughout the day, especially during periods of exercise where excessive force is placed on the kneecap. In order to reduce the impact that frequent running, jumping or lifting has on the knees, the Thuasne Sports Knee Brace features a padded patella ring that absorbs shock and vibrations.
Flexible Stays
With two flexible stays running along either side of the knee, the Thuasne Reinforced Knee Brace provides optimal levels of stability without compromising movement. The stays help correct and maintain the knees alignment as you move, preventing them from sliding out of place due to poor tracking.
Promotes Proprioception
Made from elastic knit, this knee brace delivers even compression throughout the knee joint with the dual benefit of pain-relief and improved proprioception. This enhances your own natural abilities and allows you to move with extra strength and vitality.
Material Composition
- 71% Polyamide
- 13% Elastane
- 11% Polyester
- 4% Polyurethane
- 1% Silicone