Max Knee Single Strap

I have some non-specific pain/ache in my left knee, probably due to overuse/runner's knee or just age [I'm an older guy]. My knee responds well to an "Ace" bandage wrap, so I wanted to try something more convenient. So, I ordered this Mueller "Max Knee Strap" as well as the Mueller "moderate" Elastic Knee Brace [size LG/XL], both from Amazon. Both knee braces provide enough compression and/or stability to relieve my pain. However, this one-size-fits-all Max Knee Strap has more adjustment above the knee, so it is more comfortable to wear throughout the day. My thigh, at 2 inches above the knee, measures about 21 inches, which is fine for this Max Knee Strap, but at the extreme limit for Mueller's Elastic Knee Brace. I don't use this Knee Strap while actually exercising [I've taken up rowing on a Concept2 Model D] because I don't need the support for that activity. But, I've been using this both before and after, with great results [minimal or no knee pain]. A good product that works well, and it's a snap [or a velcro pull] to put on or take off, or adjust. EDITED, Oct 2018: I've had the "one size" Max Knee Strap for about 5 years now--still works great--and just now got the "Large/X-Large" size [so I'd have an extra as a back-up]. Comparing them side-by-side, the original "one size" and the current "Large/X-Large" are identical in every dimension, and also identical in materials, construction, stitching, etc. So, unless you need/want the "Small/Medium," suggest you get the cheaper of the "One Size" and the "Large/X-Large."

I find a warm layer is valuable for treating pain under the skin.* So when I put this on, there was a large bare area at the front and back of the knee - well, the bare front of the knee was obvious from the photo and the back of the knee wasn't bare. Chilly-NOT. I only need the support below the knee, but I can leave the top band loose and this knee strap doesn't slide down like my knee support for Only the lower knee. Definitely not what helps me-Wrong. YES!! Maybe I'll try it and like it if I put it over one of the sleeve-type knee-pain items, but Amazon recommended this to me, and I wish I hadn't bought it. *In fact, I got physical therapy for pain relief, and it seemed to help for all my pains except a shoulder. "That's because it's tendonosis," my PT therapist said. After the therapy I just started wearing a double layer of thick warm fabric over the shoulder and the pain disappeared in a couple weeks.

After researching and reading many reviews, I ordered two of these knee straps from Amazon. I had previously tried a very similar product by McDavid (bought from a local big box store), but I decided to give this Mueller product a try for no other reason than it's lower price. I had knee surgery over 10 years ago, and I'm just getting back into working out in a gym and playing racquetball. My knees hurt, but not terribly, so I was looking for some basic support that I could put on and take off quickly and easily...and I didn't want something large or bulky (I used long slip-on sleeves and complicated criss-crossed velcro-strap braces after surgery, and I didn't want to go there again). This knee strap has fit the bill very well. I have been using one on each knee for over three weeks now, and I don't think I could play racquetball without them. I really like the small size. I don't like to draw attention to braces and straps, and the several pairs of black shorts that I wear at the gym cover all but the bottom strap, so they're pretty stealth. I stopped short of giving these 5 stars for two reasons. First, I pull these straps around my knee very tight, and the constant flexing during a racquetball game has caused one of the velcro fastening straps to loosen and pull away on a couple of occaisions. The entire brace didn't fall off because the other velcro strap remained secure. After the point is over, I re-secure the velcro strap, just a little less tight than before, and it stays on (I still get support, just not as much as I had before). Second, I am no expert, but I don't think I would recommend this knee strap for someone needing major support (like right after knee surgery). This strap is small, and provides a decent amount of support...amd I'm very happy with my purchase because it is exactly what I was looking for.

I have been having an increasing amount of pain and "clicking" in my knee over the past year. The pain was mostly on the outside of my knee to the side and directly underneath my patella. I am very active in biking, hiking and running so I have been very upset about how the pain has effected my endurance and performance. I decided that it was time to try a knee brace and I bought a decent traditional wrap and I did not notice a difference and it wasn't very effective for active sports. I did some research online and discovered that for knee injuries like mine (probable jumpers knee - [...] the knee straps are probably the better option. I decided to try the Mueller on a whim because I liked the idea of upper, lower and side support. When I got this in the mail, I immediately tried it on and went for a bike ride and was blown away. It seemed like my pain had just melted away. The support was amazing, its adjustable, it was breathable. I had no idea that a product like this could provide so much support and comfort. I will say the only downside is that for biking, the support on the back of the knee digs into my skin and is uncomfortable for extended periods of pedaling. However, you will not get so much movement when walking, walking or playing most sports. When I weight the discomfort vs the pain, I will take the temporary discomfort over a nearly debilitating knee pain any day. This product has given me so much hope and I am eternally grateful that I am able to continue to remain active in the sports that I love. I am going backpacking in the Smokey Mountains this week and I was afraid I would have to cancel my trip until I tried this knee strap on. This is hands down the best investment in sports equipment I have ever made.

I started running seriously about 10 months ago. Everything was fine up until 6 weeks ago when I started developing a sore patella tendon, which was sensitive when touching it. No problem (I thought)... I kept running which I believe made my patella tendon become misaligned so after each run,I would feel slight pain when bending my knee. More pain if I bent my knee all the way. Ugh, resorted to RICE and on two separate occasions did no physical activity with my legs for 1 week and cut back my running regiment from 4-5 times a week to maybe 2-3 times. Nothing work, the pain wouldn't go away. Resorted to trying different knee supports: Mueller's Jumper Knee Strap (helped reduced the pain after a run but didn't eliminate it), Aylio Patella Strap (not as effective as Mueller's Jumper Knee Strap), Pro-Tec Athletics The Lift Knee Support (this seemed to alleviate the pain after running but when I tried running with this, the velcro strap kept chafing my other leg so no go), Mueller's Knee Sleeve (used more for post runs for compression support), Mueller KT Tape (this surprisingly lifted my patella tendon and alleviated the pain somewhat after a run when used in conjunction with the Jumper Knee Strap - but didn't get rid of the pain. Still use the KT tape with Mueller's Max Knee Strap for optimal support). But after running with Mueller's Max Knee Strap, it seemed to make my Patella Tendon track in alignment while running and for the 1st time in weeks, I experienced little pain after running. My patella tendon alignment has improved to the point where I'm pain free while bending my knee ... although, I still ice my knee after each run and occasionally take a Motrin to aid in the process. Bottom line, if you're suffering from runner's knee, give this product a try. It may have saved my running career. My only complaint is that Mueller should make this in different sizes. I'm 5'8" and about 150lbs and find that I'm tightening this strap all the way with the velco straps (which also could stick better). Would be nicer if I could tighten even more when I want extra support. I don't have chicken legs either for my size. Rather for my height and weight, I would say my legs are on average to the beefier side. So Mueller definitely should consider making this in various sizes. If you have really skinny legs, you might find this strap to loose.

My intention was to keep my knee cap stable after recovering from an injury. It didn't work that well for me. Here is the background: I had a patella subluxation (where the knee cap is dislocated to the outside temporarily) and grade 1 MCL sprain. My intention was never to use it while injured, but after going through physical therapy and getting to a good place in terms of healing, I started wearing it to help with stabilization to prevent another injury. Then I wore it to run and play sports. First of all, it doesn't help much keeping the knee cap in place nor with patella tracking (I believe it is mostly due to the opening being big and the brace being rather little). Second, it is a bit uncomfortable especially when tightened properly, perhaps because of the contact surface between the brace and the knee being small. The small plastic tubs didn't help with comfort. I have found the full size (but pricier) knee brace with hinges on the side to be much more helpful toward the early stages of a knee injury (keep swelling down and more supportive). I had a entry level DonJoy brace. Once broken in, bigger braces can even be worn comfortable for activities when fully healed, to help prevent another injury. After recovery, I found the thinner cheap compression "braces" to do the trick. Those are so comfortable that you won't notice them after putting them on (can slip a bit though), and seems to do a better job at making sure that my knee cap stays in the right position. On the other hand, the brace is low profile and of good quality. So if you injury is light and don't need much support, this could definitely work.

Tried so many different knee sleeves, knee braces and this has worked best for my knee. Standing for any long length of time and my knee stiffens making bending very painful. This has helped tremendously for me. Everyone is different so I just kept trying different products until I found one that helped.

I had gotten one quite a few years ago now, and still had it but decided I needed one for the other knee. While it still works, I don't think it will last as long, cuz the quality has definitely gone down hill, the outer shell is now made of cheaper fabric, like neoprene, before it was the same heavier material as the inner part of the straps, the little bumpers that are on each side of the inner lining are now covered with this cheap thin fabric, not sure what it is. The covering inside that goes against the back of the knee is of a cheaper fabric too. Even the logo on the strap is different, previously it was embroidered, now its screen printed and 1/2 has peeled off. Cheaply made and more expensive, typical of everything nowadays.