McDavidHinged Knee Brace for Men & Women, Maximum Knee Support & Compression for Stability & Recovery, Ligament, Hyperextension Support

This is so sturdy and solid, it totally keeps the knee protected when I'm golfing or walking. Actually I bought an XL originally because my knee measured 17"; however I found it was really too tight, particularly when I tried to pull it off after a hot golf day. So I then ordered an XXL. It's a tiny bit too big however with the velcro straps, it fits perfectly and is easy to pull off. If your measurement is borderline, buy the larger size. I'm definitely taking this to Europe with me next month when we'll be doing a lot of walking

Great value for the product delivered

Let me first note that I have listed the sizes of this brace below as they are not given in the Amazon product details. Correct sizing is very important for this product!I have torn a torn menicus in both knees and arthritis that causes pain in my posterior cruiate ligaments. I work on my feet all day as a meat cutter and usually do fine with Futuro wrap-around braces. During busy holiday times, it is common for me to work 12+ hour days, and the Futuro product doesn't provide enough support for that extended period of time.The support from this brace is so good that from the moment I put it on, the pain is gone - completely. Why, then, only 4 stars? Because the brace cannot be worn for a full day. The package states that it should not be worn for more than 2-3 hours. I have worn it for as long as 6 hours, but by that time I'm experiencing weakness in the back of my leg and numbness in my toes. My solution has been to start my day with this brace and then, after about 4 hours, switch to the Futuro brace.The brace runs larger than other braces with the same size designations (e.g., size Large for this brace is any other company's size X-Large). You definitely need to measure your knee circumference before ordering this brace. The size designations are as follows:(Knee Circumference followed by size)12 - 14", Small14 - 16", Medium15 - 17", Large17 - 20", X-Large19 - 22", XX-LargeMy knee measures 17", and because there is no size overlap at that measurement, I ordered an XL. When I got it, the top of the brace was too large around my thigh, so it folded over itself when I would tighten the strap. I had to return it for a Large which just fits. It fits tightly enough, in fact, that I don't even need to tighten the straps. I would liked to have seen the Large at 15 - 18". Perhaps then I wouldn't experience the circulation restriction that seems to occur. If the brace were such that I could wear it all day, I would have certainly have given it 5 Stars.

I don't know what any of the less then 5 star reviews received but this is obvious in the photo that it does not open up. I measured my knee and ordered accordingly- Perfect fit. Tore ACL and Meniscus Tuesday night working out. Had a less supportive brace until this arrived Friday and was extremely unstable. Remained as active as possible after injury to maintain flexibility so no crutches. Once I put this on tonight it was amazing. In fact you have to be careful that you do not get over confident due to the support. Some reviews stated the brace did not prevent hyper-extension ... False! The hinges lock in the forward/straight leg position. This is an amazing brace that allows straight forward mobility. Will be able to get back to working out and maintain muscle size and flexibility until I can receive surgery. To top it off, the price is excellent. I am amazed how great I feel. Thanks to McDavid for the product and Amazon for excellent price and Prime delivery/service.

I measured around the knee at an angle as instructed and determined my size but it was still too small, the knee measurements does not take into account the lower thigh. Though tightI was able to try it and it provided noticeable relief

Very comfortable. Has improved my walking with the added support.

Helps my wife's knee

I love the metal hinges on the sides. Makes my knees feel secure. The knee brace slides down after use and you have to pull it back up again but after trying other braces made by other manufacturers, McDavid's is the best so far. When the knee brace is in place, my patella feels secure and the brace keeps it from moving around (great for my tendonitis and meniscus problems) but when the brace eventually slides down it's annoying to have to pull it up again. I still don't have to readjust it as much as the other knee braces I have.I have one for both knees. I'm 6'2' and 235 lbs. Feels good on me and I wear them through school everyday. The velcro is still pretty strong and I've been using them for over a couple months now.Updated 1/6/2013So these have lasted me for about 5 months now. They're still in working condition and my knees still feel secure when I wear them. However, the underside (anterior side) of the knee brace has creased to a point where the knee brace is always bent in the shape of a knee. This is a problem because when I'm walking around I constantly have to adjust my knee brace. I don't know how to remove the creasing. The creasing is similar to having a leather wallet, you use the wallet and eventually it creases to how you put it in your pocket. So my knee braces have creased and I want to use them, but sometimes they're uncomfortable to use because they slide so easily.My velcro straps still work, but I feel like the neoprene/cloth on the braces have loosened up. As a result, I feel I need to tighten my straps. I can't tighten the velcro anymore (I've maxed it out).I'm going to try washing it and see if it fixes anything. I don't think it will. Creases and cloth usually stay creased.