DOUFURT Knee Brace for Men & Women, Side Stabilizers & Patella Gel Pads

I injured my knee and the massive leg brace provided from the ER could NOT stay up did not work once I was up and walking around. I mean it was great to protect the knee but if it can not stay in place it is useless. It constantly slid down causing pain in the foot and not stabilizing the knee at all. Even tying it to a belt only gave it bare functionality. With thick thighs and smaller calf it was impossible to think the full leg brace would stay in place. I was in pain and desperate to protect my knees I started doing a lot of research. I knew the one piece neoprene knee "braces" would slide down for same reason or squeeze uncomfortably into the leg fat (always too small) and while only providing compression but no stability. So now the actual review (background helps with understanding). They had good reviews and were not overly expensive and as I was desperate I took a chance. I really liked how they Velcroed above and below the knee to give custom fit without hurting the knee itself more. There are also some stabilizing built in on the sides of the knee where it makes most sense. I was able to bend the knee just a bit but that was helpful with getting comfortable and wearing 23 hours a day. My knee was not feeling stable and the brace really helped with giving me more confidence to walk with a cane instead of the cumbersome walker. I still have to be careful with my steps because the knee was not healed but SOOOO much more freedom. Now just attaching the top and bottom Velcro pieces would not have been enough to stabilize the knee. There was no possible way to put them tight enough to hold the joint in place. This is where I fell in love with these braces. The two straps which come around the front of the brace, around the back of the knee and Velcro securely on the top front of the brace really and tie it all together. The straps were the perfect length for the size of the brace. I could tighten all the way to the logo for most stability or just to front sides for lighter stability. My knee felt so safe and really reduced the pain level of not wearing a brace. Two things in the listing really were spot on. They have multiple sizes so they recommend measuring the thigh a few inches above the knee and matching their size chart. This directed me to the size for the best fitting knee brace EVER. I have never had such an easy time getting a brace that actually fit my dimensions. The second item that was really helpful was the video showing how the straps correctly wrapped around. No a long video but made it very clear which way to wrap the straps for best functionality. The only thing that was not spot on was the cloth sleeve they provide to put under the brace. There is an open area behind the knee that you need but the fat rubs a bit and the edges can rub into the skin a bit. So they provide a cloth sleeve to place under the brace but... they did not take into account that this was a large brace and the sleeve is was not large enough so did not come up high enough. I didn't care because I did not know it came with that cloth sleeve. But if they actually put in the package a sleeve large enough to come up higher than the brace it would have been perfect. I just wore the brace over a pair of Capri leggings when out walking about or over PJ bottoms at home and was very comfortable. I did wear it under a pair of leggings one day and it worked and the brace was less noticeable but I just like better over leggings. Plus I got to choose the color strips in the brace and got a color I like so the brace is spruced up. Really this brace has been the most functional knee brace I have ever used and I will likely get a second one if the other knee is cranky at the same time. Plus I will recommend to everyone I know to get this brace if they need effective joint stability and different size thighs. RECOMMEND !!! Oh and BTW don't try to be a superhero. Your knee is still injured and needs time to heal. This brace will not magically heal your knee, it'll just keep the knee safe while healing. Trust me I know. :P

I'm never one to write reviews, but after my experience today, it's a must! Since my knees are in bad shape due to several falls while trail running on a rough terrain, I ordered these knee braces for both knees, and they really proved worthy today. I took a fall as I was running downhill during my hike, and unlike before, these knee braces helped me bounce back and keep going with no scratches or injuries to my knees at all. I was so happy I found something that helps stabilize my knees and protects them at the same time. I also love the fact that they don't rub with each other as you walk or run, nor do they slide down if well adjusted. As you can see in the picture, I only got dirty pants from my fall. One thing to note is that they're hard to get used to when going uphill on a hike since you're carrying extra weight, but I realized that the key was to take them in my hiking bag and put them on for going downhill. They really help when putting weight on the knees and make going downhill much easier and painless, plus the extra protection and stability is definitely a plus. Also, in my case, the sizing was a bit off, so I had to reorder from large to medium but had no issues when doing so. Overall, these kneepads are great! Thank you!

The brace feels good on a sore knee. I’ve had three knee surgeries on one knee and was training for my first ski trip. I was very nervous about how my knee would handle it so I began some really focused exercises to help protect it. My knee became really sore during that process and this brace did provide significant pain relief. It feels like it gives some stability and support, not enough to make a difference in a ski crash but good for medium/light activity. It doesn’t hinder mobility in any way it shouldn’t, it’s a brace so it should prevent from you from getting crazy, that’s why it is there. The only drawback is it’s a little annoying to put on with the initial straps securing in the back. It’s just not a natural way to do it. It would be better if they secured/fastened in the front even if they are just Velcro. The elastic straps kinda start to dig into the crease of your knee in the back if you wear this for a long time during activities where your knees bend a lot. Overall, it’s pretty decent.

I am so happy I got this. It’s comfortable, adjustable and stays perfectly in place while walking. It’s like a security blanket that keeps a painful joint securely aligned. Better results than I expected. It’s easy to put on, comes with a sleeve so there won’t be any irritation and folds up neatly when you’re not using it.

I purchased this brace after a meniscus tear to help stabilize my knee. I liked the simple design of the brace to use on a daily basis. Initially, I noticed some instability while wearing it, but adding a light wrap underneath helped improve the fit, support and comfort, especially by reducing pinching in the back from the straps. After about a month of regular use, the Velcro on the main back straps started to lose its grip, making it less secure. Overall, it’s a decent brace for short-term support, but may not hold up well with extended use.

I've worn knee braces off and on for about 15 years - over the counter products and post surgery braces. I would deem this to be ab excellent over the counter brace. I've worn it significantly over the past 5 days walking as well as kneeling and sitting. It has been a big help to my current condition which is muscle weakness above and below the knee and nerve sensitivity in the same areas and across the knee. All braces are going to move a bit if you get down on your knees and then stand, if you sit for a while and stand and so on. They're also going to hurt across the back of the knee if you tighten the straps too tight or do not adjust the straps properly for your activity. The sleeve provided with the brace is a big help in providing comfort when the brace is adjusted properly. If the brace is not sufficiently tight, the brace will slip down and if it is too tight you'll cut-off circulation. If you're struggling, reach out to customer service - that's why they're there and were quite helpful to me with my one question. Based on my experience, the brace seems to be a good quality and is generally well designed. I would have been happier if it were about an inch longer above and below the the knee - the post surgical braces I've used were always the best and they were longer. This brace is easy to put on and take off. How well the brace works for you is going to depend upon your underlying condition. I would definitely recommend it to others and believe it is worth the price.

I fell twice at work and both times landed on my left knee. This brace helped me heal. You do need to measure your knee to get the correct size. My knee was 22 inches and I think I ordered the large. It fits very well. With the straps that wrap around, it provides great support. It also came with a sleeve thing but I haven't used that yet so can't say how much support it offers.

Teenage sports injury turns into age issue over 50… I don’t like and can’t wear traditional compression sleeves, because they inevitably either have boning or heavy seams along the sides, right where it hits the back part of my knee. The discomfort and pinching that goes along actually exacerbates the issues I have. So to find something that I could wrap around my leg and adjust the support where I needed it was a godsend for a recent vacation involving hiking.