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332 of 337 found the following review helpful:
 Works great for me! (Some tips you may find helpful) Apr 30, 2010
By R. Laidman
"rustlemania"
Though it looks more useless than a copper wrist bracelet, it actually works for me! What it does (in my case) is apply pressure to the IT Band, holding it in place, keeping it from scraping against bone, which causes irritation.
It's not an understatement to say that knee issues are difficult to diagnose. So, you can't really know if this is going to help without trying it. Luckily it's pretty easy to test. Get some stretchy material and wrap it around your leg, like in the picture. If you want, you can add a little extra pressure at the location above the pain. If you're like you me you probably have several full knee braces lying around. Cut one up and convert it into one of these. (Some Velcro tape may prove useful.)
Try it for a couple days and see if it helps. If you notice some improvement, spring for the real thing, the convenience is easily worth the price. If you're not crafty, you might want to spring for one straight away, what the heck. I spent hundreds on full knee braces (which didn't help) before discovering this.
I like to wrap my leg with an Ace bandage first, then wear the thing on top of the Ace bandage. This configuration keeps the thing (made from the usual neoprene/polyester material) from getting sweaty and causing any irritation. If you cross the Ace bandage above and below the knee cap it helps keep it from riding up or down your leg when you exercise.
By the way, I would like to know if my review helped or did not help you. I spend a lot of time writing reviews trying to help at least one person. It would be gratifying to know that I actually did help somebody.
91 of 91 found the following review helpful:
Works great for me! Apr 30, 2010
By R. Laidman
"rustlemania"
Though it looks more useless than a copper wrist bracelet, it actually works for me! What it does is pinch the IT Band, holding it in place, keeping it from scraping against bone, which causes irritation, for me.
It's not an understatement to say that knee issues are difficult to diagnose. So, you can't really know if this is going to help without trying it. Luckily it's pretty easy to test. Get some stretchy material and wrap it around your leg, like in the picture. If you want, you can add a little extra pressure at the location above the pain. If you're like you me you probably have several full knee braces lying around. Cut one up and convert it into one of these. (Some Velcro tape may prove useful.)
Try it for a couple days and see if it helps. If you notice some improvement, spring for the real thing, the convenience is easily worth the price. If you're not crafty, you might want to spring for one straight away, what the heck. I spent hundreds on full knee braces (which didn't help) before discovering this.
I like to wrap my leg with an ace bandage first. (Above and below the knee cap) then wear the thing on top of the ace bandage. This configuration keeps the thing (made from the usual neoprene/polyester material) from getting sweaty and causing any irritation.
Also, some people benefit from a little pressure BELOW the knee-cap (where the doctor hits you to test your reflexes) There are straps for that too. (Doesn't help my case.)
By the way, I would like to know if my review helped or did not help you. I spend a lot of time writing reviews trying to help at least one person. It would be gratifying to know that I actually did help somebody.
70 of 70 found the following review helpful:
Only way I can keep running Jul 28, 2007
By K. Richardson
Summary: My IT band caused me so much pain that I basically had to quit running. This is the only device that actually allows me to keep running.
Details: A simple Neoprene/Velcro strap you wrap around your leg. There is a lumpy party in the strap that you position over your IT band to help stabilize the IT band. Note, the model, in the picture, is putting the strap on wrong; it's in the right place, but the lump is in the wrong spot. The lumpy part and an additional bit of Velcro help put extra pressure on the IT band to keep it stabilized.
Pros: Simple, cheap & it works. Used mine for 12 months so far.
Cons: Gets kind of sweaty - doesn't breath really well. I think there is latex in the Neoprene so if you are allergic to latex, you might get a rash after a while. Wears out after about a year of pretty heavy use.
This is NOT a substitute for rolling & all the other things you are supposed to do to keep an IT band in check.
25 of 25 found the following review helpful:
Miracle Item - You MUST buy this if you are in pain Feb 17, 2008
By Margo J. Strauss
I'm always skeptical of these comments (obviously thinking the manufacturer/distributor is doing the writing). So, please trust me when I say what a miracle this product is. I'm a very active person - I teach aerobics, and do cardio every day. BUT, I've never been able to run due to sharp knee pain that I experience while running. I read others' comments, and decided to give this a try. It has changed my life. For the first time, I have to stop running because I'm tired - not because I'm in pain. I definitely will buy some back-ups so that I always have one in hand. I just signed up for my first 5k. If that's not proof that this thing works, I'm not sure what else I can say.
23 of 23 found the following review helpful:
This thing just saved my marathon Aug 21, 2010
By P. Corrigan
I had been nursing a weakened IT band in my right leg all season, leading up to my marathon. I was doing all the right things: stretching, strengthening and maintaining proper stride mechanics. I had read about this product, but didn't want to resort to a brace if I could get back to full strength without one.
However, with less than a week before the marathon, my IT band just broke down. I pushed too hard on a training run, and it flared up worse than ever. I was five days away from my race, and I couldn't even complete 2 miles without having to stop. It was devastating. So I purchased the Pro-Tec IT Band Wrap. At this point, what did I have to lose?
I tested it on an easy 4-miler. The brace felt snug, secure and comfortable. More importantly, it helped restore my confidence. I didn't have to worry about my IT band with every single stride. If you've ever dealt with an injury like this, you know what I mean. It can be mentally and emotionally exhausting.
On the day of the marathon, I decided that I would be happy with anything beyond the 5-mile mark. Given my setback, even this would have been a success. So when the gun sounded, I just happily ran as far as I thought I could. The strap helped get me to mile 18 pain-free. At that point, I decided to stop. Tightness was creeping into my leg, and it wasn't worth making the injury worse. I didn't finish the marathon, but it wasn't a big deal because I've finished marathons before. On that day, those 18 miles felt like more of a victory than any other race I've completed.
If you're thinking about buying this product, I hope this review is helpful. It isn't a cure, but it's the next best thing.
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