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Pro-Tec Athletics Patellar Tendon Strap

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Help alleviate symptoms of tendinitis, chondromalacia, iliotibial band syndrome, Osgood-Schlatter's disease, and other knee ailments with this strap.

The patellar tendon strap is useful for alleviating moderate knee pain, especially in areas under and surrounding the knee cap
Provides compression on the patellar tendon, helping spread pressure uniformly, reducing discomfort and irritation
Compression may also help stabilize your patella, improving its tracking
Absorbs stress to the knee, reducing vibrations in the femoral groove
Neoprene strap attaches with a VELCRO® brand closure for an adjustable fit

For proper fit, measure circumference of leg just below kneecap: Small fits 10 - 12 inches; Medium 12-1/8 - 13-5/8 inches; Large 13-3/4 - 15-1/2 inches; X-large 15-5/8 - 17-1/2 inches.

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Pro-Tec Athletics Patellar Tendon Strap Customer Reviews

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Pro-Tec Athletics Patellar Tendon Strap

4.7

(based on 7 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Effective (7)
Comfortable (4)
Easy to use (4)
Stabilizes (4)
Simple to use (3)

Cons

Best Uses

Exercising (3)

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Apr

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

It really works!

By linuxninja

from Orange County, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Use
Effective
Stabilizes

Cons

Best Uses

Exercising

Comments about Pro-Tec Athletics Patellar Tendon Strap:

I started hiking regularly a year ago and then my knee started to hurt - my orthopedic surgeon said it was because my knee is slightly not aligned right I am prone to patella tendonitis. I do the exercises he told me to do but still anytime I hike more than 8 miles my knee starts to bother me. My knee was hurting right before my trip to Zion and Bryce Canyon and I was desperate so I picked up this brace with heavy skepticism... and I was really surprised it worked really well!! I hiked up and down the canyons and no pain! I cannot believe how this little brace is able to do such wonders. It's was hot there but I didn't feel the brace being restrictive or too sweaty. After wearing it for 3 full days of hiking, the stretchy band has loosened an inch or so. So I suggest getting the smallest size possible, as long as you can stick an inch of the velcro to start. Then it will stretch out and fit with all of the velcro being secured.

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Mar

2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Good product

By jentzschman

from Sandy, Utah

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Use
Effective
Stabilizes

Cons

Stretches out easily

Best Uses

Any physical sport
Exercising
Extra Support
Hiking

Comments about Pro-Tec Athletics Patellar Tendon Strap:

I bought these to help when I play soccer and basketball. They work very well. They are comfortable and very easy to out on and take off.

The only reason I gave them 4 stars is because they stretch out easily. I had bought the large, but they were not tight enough for my liking. The medium was very nice the first few times I used them. But after that I have to tighten them all the way to the up, using up all the velcro.

I fear the small would be way to tight to use.

So, I am going to sew them up a little and take up some of the slack.

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Sep

2011

4.0

Works for Me!

By thesdcycylist

from San Diego, CA

About Me Avid Athlete

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Use
Effective
Stabilizes

Cons

Best Uses

Exercising
Extra Support

Comments about Pro-Tec Athletics Patellar Tendon Strap:

After running my first 1/2 marathon my knee started to hurt... I might've overworked my knees sprinting to the finish line. I did a lot of researched and came across this strap... I picked up a pair of them one for each knee. After using them for a couple days it seems like it stabilized my knee.

The material is very comfortable and breathable. You can use it while you exercise with them on for added stability. It's a pretty simple product when you think of it but it does help out a lot.

I highly recommend it.

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Jun

2009

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Excellent for Patellar Tendonitis

By OlyRob

from Olympia, WA

About Me Frequent Exerciser

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Pros

Comfortable
Easy To Use
Effective
Stabilizes

Cons

Best Uses

Hiking
Mountain Climbing
Running

Comments about Pro-Tec Athletics Patellar Tendon Strap:

A few years ago I bailed on Mt Rainier due to extreme patellar tendonitis. I have used several types of big bulky knee straps to try and combat it but they never worked and usually gave me sores on the back of my knees. After finding these straps my knees are 100% better. I have now done a one day climb of Mt Adams with ZERO pain. This strap is perfect for mountaineering since its so light weight and easy to use. If you have knee problems, specifically Patellar Tendonitis, get these straps!

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Aug

2008

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Excellent Knee Support for hiking

By maxpwr1

from Franklin, WI

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Clear Instuctions
Easy To Pack
Effective
Simple To Use

Cons

Best Uses

Backcountry Camping

Comments about Pro-Tec Athletics Patellar Tendon Strap:

I have no problems with my knees; I bought the product so it supports my knees during a rough hike in King's Canyon National Park. The product works wonderfully; I can feel they support my knees during the strenuous hike; I carried about 37 lbs of pack. I highly recommend this product for any knee injury prevention; I use it for 3-mile daily run as well. I will buy them again in the future.

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Sep

2007

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Really helps

By lovelabs

from Minnesota

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Pros

Effective
Simple To Use

Cons

Best Uses

during workouts

Comments about Pro-Tec Athletics Patellar Tendon Strap:

Has really reduce the pain in my knee I had experienced when working out

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Sep

2007

(6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Works like a charm!

By Mountain Bill

from Los Angeles, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Clear Instuctions
Easy To Pack
Effective
Simple To Use

Cons

Best Uses

Backcountry Camping
Day Trips

Comments about Pro-Tec Athletics Patellar Tendon Strap:

I LOVE backpacking. But about five years ago my knees were giving me major problems. I eventually had to give up even short day hikes because I couldn't make it down the mountain, due to the stabbing pain in my knees.
I was desperate and decided to give these little guys a try. They made all the difference in the world. I can hike uphill and downhill now without even worrying about my knees. I've tackled good four day treks out into the wilderness, hiking steep trails that I couldn't even consider doing before with heavy packs.

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