Moderate Support but this works for the adolescent knee pain called osgood schlatter. This simple knee strap addresses moderate knee pain under the knee cap and provides relief for the ache. The VELCRO brand fastener adds a graduated compression of the patellar tendon while the non-slip tubular buttress helps relieve the pain. It does work for mild cases of patellar instability.

A simple strap that provides Pain Relief.

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This strap applies a uniform pressure across the patella which improves tracking.In addition, it absorbs stress to the knee and reduces vibrations inthe femoral groove which is what causes the pain in the knee. It’s also good for relieving non-specific, undiagnosed pain in this region. Theneoprene produces enough heat to warm the muscle.

Durable and inexpensive, this small, simple knee strap does the trick. But patella pain in adolescents in particular should not be ignored. It is typical ailment of rapid growth years. And while an adolescent doesn’t have to quit altogether, it is advisable to limit activity. If activity is limited and proper precaution taken, it will usually heal itself within6-18 months.

Icing and elevation of the knee is advised. Ibuprofen is good for reducing the swelling and alleviating the pain as well.

Sizing: S/M= 12" - 15" knee circumference. L/XL= 15" - 25" knee circumference.

For prevention or treatment

A patella strap can also help you prevent a reoccurrence of tendonitis if you have a tendency to get it.