Which size do I need?
On each products page there is a size guide, which usually states a circumference measurement of the joint or limb and which size (S, M, L etc) this relates to. Information on how to measure each body area and any other specific information is given below.
Knee Braces
- Measurements for knee braces should be taken in a standing position with the knee straight.
- Measure all the way around the joint, at the level of the knee cap.
- Take a measurement in both inches and centimeters as different manufacturers offer different guides.
- Check at the bottom of the product page which size your measurement falls into.
- If you are inbetween two sizes, we recommend opting for the larger size as these can usually be tightened.
Elbow Supports
- Most elbow supports will require you to measure around the elbow joint. The exception is the epicondylitis clasp which requires a measurement around the upper forearm.
- Measure with the elbow straight
- Take a measurement in both centimeters and inches as different manufacturers offer different guides.
- Check at the bottom of the product page which size your measurement relates to.
- If you are inbetween sizes, we usually recommend opting for the larger size.
Ankle Supports
- Most ankle supports use a UK shoe size to determine the correct size.
- The exceptions are the LP ankle supports which require a measurement around the lower leg, just above the ankle.
- Check at the bottom of the product page which size corresponds with your measurement.
- If you are inbetween sizes, consider choosing the larger size as these can be tightened with the laces or straps.
Wrist supports
- All wrist supports (if not one size) require a measurement around the wrist joint.
- Measure all the way around the circumference of the wrist.
- Measurements are in centimeters.
- Check at the bottom of the product page which size corresponds with your measurement.
- If you are inbetween sizes, opt for the larger size as this can be tightened.
Shoulder Supports
- All of our shoulder supports are sized using a chest measurement.
- Measure around the widest part of the chest and take a measurement in both inches and centimeters.
- Check at the bottom of the product page which size your measurement corresponds with.
- If you are inbetween sizes, we usually recommend you opt for the larger size as this can be pulled tighter.
Thigh and Calf Supports
- Most thigh and calf supports are sized using a measurement around the widest part of the muscle.
- Take a measurement in both centimeters. and inches as different manufacturers provide different guides.
- Check at the bottom of the product page which size corresponds with your measurement.
- If you are inbetween sizes, we usually advise to go for the larger size.
Back Supports
- Most back supports require a waist measurement. The only exception is the Harley Sacroiliac Belt which requires a hip measurement.
- Take the measurement in both centimeters. and inches as different manufacturers provide different guides.
- Check at the bottom of the product page which size corresponds with your measurement.
- If you are inbetween sizes, we usually recommend choosing the larger size as these can often be tightened.
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