BraceAbility Obesity Hinged Knee Pain Brace - Overweight Men and Women's Wraparound Plus-Size Support for Osteoarthritis, Weak Joints, Medial and

BraceAbility Obesity Hinged Knee Pain Brace - Overweight Men and Women's Wraparound Plus-Size Support for Osteoarthritis, Weak Joints, Medial and

TO CHOOSE YOUR SIZE - Use a soft, flexible tape measure to find the circumference around your leg at Point A (6 inches above the middle of your kneecap), and Point B (6 inches below the middle of your kneecap). Sizes available from L - 6XL. EFFORTLESS TO PUT ON AND TAKE OFF - Simple wraparound application allows for an easy and painless process when it comes to both applying and taking off this support. OPEN-PATELLA DESIGN - Eliminate pressure over your sore kneecap, increase mobility and reduce sweat build up while still receiving ultimate support. HEAVY-DUTY HINGES - Provide medial and lateral stability to your knee, limiting range of motion. Remove the metal hinges for a low-support option as you heal. TREATS BARIATRIC KNEE PAIN - Ease pain from degenerative joint disease, muscle / ligament weakness or injury, medial / lateral instability, osteoarthritis, meniscus tears, post-surgery recovery and general obesity knee joint pain. Knee Brace for Obese PeopleThis knee support is a comfortable way to ease obesity knee pain. The wrap around hinged knee brace is made of a breathable, lightweight alternative to neoprene. This material is also moisture-wicking, which adds to its comfort factor. The brace is free of latex and hypoallergenic.The open popliteal area as well as the open patella of this knee brace for obese person also increases its breathability, in addition to their other functions. Besides preventing sweat buildup, the open popliteal (back of knee) design keeps the knee brace for obese individuals from bunching up.The open patella design of this obese knee brace will not pressure the kneecap for those dealing with an injury to the knee or obesity knee problems. An open patella design is also considered more comfortable for extended use of knee braces for obese patients. It also supports the patella.The heavy-duty hinges make this an apt knee brace for morbidly obese people and others in need of support they can trust. The hinges are designed to provide medial and lateral support, which helps stabilize the knee when one is going about his or her day or doing more active activities.Application of this knee brace is also simple. The wrap-around obesity brace closes at the front (anterior) of leg. There is also a Velcro strap above and below the kneecap for additional adjustments to fit. The closures for these are also at the front of the leg.For more options, see BraceAbility’s full line of knee braces and knee supports.Obesity and Knee PainEvery pound of body weight puts about five pounds of force on the knee. Thus, being overweight can increase one’s risk of injuries and can cause one’s knee to wear out faster than it might otherwise. For example, being overweight or obese notably increases one’s risk of suffering osteoarthritis or the acceleration of existing arthritis. See more products for treating osteoarthritis.