Drytex Sport Hinged Knee Sleeve

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Product Description

Helps stabilize the knee following sprains, ligament instabilities, or meniscus injuries.

The DonJoy Sport Hinged knee brace is ideal for those who are suffering from mild ligament (ACL, PCL, MCL) injuries, knee sprains, or meniscus injuries. The durable bilateral hinges help stabilize the knee, while the Drytex material and thigh & calf straps provide compression. The breathable Drytex fabric provides comfortable compression and keeps you cool and comfortable. This brace is ideal for daily activities and non-contact sports.

Please note the DonJoy Neoprene Economy Hinged Knee Sleeve is the same brace as the Donjoy Drytex Sport Hinged Knee Wraparound/Sleeve the difference is the material.

DonJoy Drytex Sport Hinged Knee Brace is used to treat or prevent the following injuries

• Knee sprains
• Mild ACL, PCL, or MCL injuries
• Meniscus Injuries

Product Features...and the benefits you'll experience!

• Compressive Knee Support
  This comfortable compression will help stabilize your knee and minimize swelling during movement.
• Polycentric Hinges
  Your movement will not be impeded because these hinges were designed to mimic the natural motion of your knee joint.
• Drytex Fabric
  Exclusive to DonJoy braces, Drytex is a neoprene alternative that is much more comfortable to wear. Drytex allows for better airflow between your brace and skin so you won't find your brace making your leg excessively hot during sporting activities.

Sizing and Measurements

Click on the Size Chart tab above to learn how to measure your leg to determine what brace size you need.

Size Chart & Fit Help

Measurement:

Take the measurement of your thigh and calf 6" above and below your kneecap using a flexible type tape measure.  Use the diameter you measure here to choose your size.

Size	Thigh	Knee Center	Calf
XS	13" - 15 1/2"	12"-13"	10"-12"
S	15 1/2" - 18 1/2"	13"-14"	12"-14"
M	18 1/2"- 21"	14"-15"	14"-16"
L	21"- 23 1/2"	15"-17"	16"-18"
XL	23 1/2" - 26 1/2"	17"-19"	18"-20"
XXL	26 1/2" - 29 1/2"	19"-21"	20"-22"
XXXL	29 1/2" -32"	21"-23"	22"-24"

 

	1. Stand with your legs shoulder-width apart, legs slightly bent and leg muscles contracted.
	2. Measure up six inches from the center of your knee with a tape measure, as shown.
	3. Measure the circumference of your thigh at the 6-inch mark, as shown.
	4. Measure down six inches from the center of your knee with a tape measure, as shown. Then measure the circumference of your calf at the 6-inch mark.

Product Questions (16)

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DonJoy Drytex Sport Hinged Knee Sleeve

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Sally burke at 9/17/2016 8:22 AM
• Nine year old knee replacement was put in crooked and now beginning to cause pain and instability. Surgeon is reluctant to do revision surgery at my age ..81.. The brace office gave me helps but is too small and very bulky. Can you recommend one?
• Yes, this would work. It has side hinges which provide support and stability to the knee. The drytex material will allow the leg to breath making it an all-day brace.
Jen at 8/17/2016 7:51 PM
• Which brace provides better prevention of knee hyperextension the Drytex Sport Hinged Knee sleeve vs. the Delux Hinged Knee brace?
  Thank you
• The DonJoy Deluxe Hinged Knee would be the best choice for hyperextension, as your physician can adjust the flexion and extenstion stops, when needed.
Ken at 8/8/2016 10:54 PM
• What is open popliteal and my measurements are 13 calf, 15 knee and 17 thigh. What do you recommend?
• Open Popliteal means that the back of the knee has a cut out. Based on those measurements you should order the medium. It is important to fit the knee first as the rest can be tightened.
Paula at 7/27/2016 3:17 PM
• My MRI shows a type 2 tear of the pcl. A few strands left. No other injury so conservative treatment is brace. Is this the appropriate brace for this , main concern being stability? Thank you.
• The DoJoy Drytex Sport Hinged Knee Sleeve will help some, although, it is for mild PCL injuries. You can also look at DonJoy Armor Knee Brace with Standard Hinge, as this will give you more support. https://www.betterbraces.com/donjoy-armor-knee-brace-with-standard-hinge.
Kevin Wagoner at 7/24/2016 5:48 PM
• I was given this brace by my doctor not bad but I have broken it twice already. I have diagnosed with a meniscus medial tear along with moderate OA. It only helps to relieve most of my pain when it's really tight. What else is suggested? I am a big guy working on loosing weight, have an active job and bowl. I was looking at something like the playmaker.
  
  Any help would greatly be appreciated. The prices here are a third of what my doctor charged me.
• The Playmaker II will provide mild to moderate support for structures of the knee and compression. You can wear it to bowl and it will provide support, however it will not unkload the OA compartments of the knee. To do that you would need an unloading brace. The OA Reaction can be used to unload either the inside or outside of your knee(depending on which side has the OA). https://www.betterbraces.com/donjoy-oa-reaction-web-knee-brace
Amberley Stewart at 7/19/2016 10:56 AM
• Is this particular model waterproof?
• The DonJoy Drytex Sport Hinged Knee Sleeve can be worn in the water. We do recommend you rinse with fresh clean water and a mild detergent and air dry after.
Shannon at 7/9/2016 2:36 PM
• Can this be worn over my pants for work
• You may want to choose a wraparound style of the DonJoy Drytex Sport Hinged Knee, which would be easier to put on over pants.
Sandra at 6/15/2016 7:54 AM
• Does it work bilaterally or does RT or LT need to be specified?
• The Donjoy Drytex Sport Hinged Knee is universal, it can be worn on either the Right or Left leg, all you need to choose is your size.
monica at 5/8/2016 9:04 AM
• I have a chronic mcl ligament injury, which brace or sleeve would be best to support the mcl during yoga (i am a yoga teacher). Thanks
• To support the MCL you would need a hinged knee brace. The economy hinged knee brace is a good brace that can be purchased in the Drytex material which is a little cooler than neoprene. https://www.betterbraces.com/donjoy-economy-hinged-knee
Rebecca at 4/6/2016 5:11 AM
• I can't seem to get the brac to fit like dr. Did when I left. I have allot of knee pain, do I have it up to hi or down to low? How do I know??
• Did they give you fitting instructions? We would not know if you are wearing it correctly without seeing you in the brace. You might need to go back to the doctors office and have them see the brace on you to seeif you are donning it correctly
Chon at 4/4/2016 2:26 PM
• Thigh 23" Knee 17" Calf 19"... What's the best size donjoy economy hinged brace or donjon dry tex sports hinged brace for me? If I get the smaller tighter fit, will it stay on with less velcro to wrap?
  
• I would suggest getting the large in a wrap on style brace instead of the sleeve. The sleeve will be too tight in the calf
Nicholas at 1/21/2016 2:32 PM
• I tore my lateral meniscus and was wondering what the advantages and disadvantages are for an open popliteal? Also what would you recommend wrapped or sleeve? Also i need to get it on pretty quick for weights
• If you are going to be using the brace to workout in I would suggest the sleeve
Nicholas at 1/21/2016 2:14 PM
• I tore my lateral meniscus and was wondering what the advantages and disadvantages are for an open popliteal?
• The open popliteal prevents the material form bunching behinge the knee
Nao at 12/1/2015 7:25 AM
• Hi.
  What is the difference between Donjoy DRYTEX SPORT HINGED KNEE SLEEVE and Donjon ECONOMY HINGED KNEE?
• The hinge is the difference. The hinge for the Deluxe hinged knee is a bigger stronger hinge that can be adjusted for ROM restrictions, the economy hinged is just a standard hinge with no adjustment.
Theresa at 11/3/2015 8:38 AM
• I am overweight and my left knee could use added support. What is the largest size KNEE support that you carry? I'm looking for 2XL to 4XL? I like the knee sleeve - but would consider a knee brace for more support too
  
• Theresa
  The Reddie Brace goes up to a 3XL. This is the largest brace we have https://www.betterbraces.com/procare-reddie-hinged-knee-brace
SUKANT at 3/31/2010 6:15 PM
• Hi,
  
  My measurement is
  
  9 " calf
  14" knee
  16 " Thigh
  
  Which size should I go for. Small or X-small?
  
  Can I adjust the calf if I take the small size?
  
  
• We would recommend the small size of this DonJoy Knee Brace. You can pull the lower strap tighter if you need to for a better fit.

Reviews (11)

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DonJoy Drytex Sport Hinged Knee Sleeve

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Customer Reviews 11 item(s)

I'm pleased with the product.

Reviewed by: CC

I just got mine yesterday after being treated for a minor meniscus injury and OA. I have to say after a few hours of wearing it I can tell the difference. My knee isn't swollen like it had hen for the last few months and while it still hurts the pain isn't nearly as bad with it after working 8 hrs on my feet. I would like to know what brace would be recommended for OA after the meniscus injury is healed.

Posted on August 3, 2016

Review was helpful? Yes (12) | No (1)

Great product!

Reviewed by: John Sartin

Great stabilizer for my old knees! I just hiked 130 miles on The John Muir Trail without a problem.

Posted on July 29, 2016

Review was helpful? Yes (9) | No (1)

Knee to go

Reviewed by: Melvin

Works great.

Posted on July 7, 2016

Review was helpful? Yes (6) | No (1)

Love this product

Reviewed by: Jamie
Verified Purchase

It works great for my arthritis in my knee.

Pros: Great, easy on and off.

Cons: It bunches a little behind my knee, But was not able to locate a brace local

Share Your Usage: Daily Use

Posted on April 26, 2017

Review was helpful? Yes (3) | No (1)

Love the convenience

Reviewed by: Mark
Verified Purchase

I use this when I bowl since I have a torn meniscus in my left knee. It is convenient to put on and take off and gives great support while I bowl.

Pros: Ease of use, lightweight

Cons: None that I have found yet.

Share Your Usage: Occasional Use

Posted on April 1, 2017

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Perfect

Reviewed by: Bobby Ottis
Verified Purchase

The braces we're perfect and everything I was expecting. They were light, long enough and fit like a glove. I have referred a couple buddies that also have knee injuries.

Pros: Fit great.

Cons: None at this time.

Share Your Usage: Recovering from Injury, Daily Use, Chronic Instability

Posted on April 1, 2018

Review was helpful? Yes (0) | No (0)

Good but could be better

Reviewed by: Robert G
Verified Purchase

I have had 9 knee surgeries and ordered this knee brace on the recommendation of my doctor. It is great for daily wear but would really be a true blessing for that in between the acl constrictor and an a pull up. The only reason I gave it a 4 is:
1. The Velcro is already coming off after a month of wearing of which I am sure they would warranty.
2. Make sure to get the size you would wear after your swelling goes down. Wear it tight with swelling. I did not and It is really too big at this point.

Great place for knee braces and not even great insurance can beat their prices.

Share Your Usage: Recently Injured, Chronic Instability, Recovering from Injury, Sports

Posted on February 18, 2018

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Comfortable, good stabilization, not bulky.

Reviewed by: Susan Davidson
Verified Purchase

I suffered a minor meniscus tear, this brace has provided stability and comfort with activities like skiing. Have not yet tried it with hiking, but I'm sure it will be fine. It is comfortable, fits well, not bulky, so far has not slipped down.

Pros: Light weight, not bulky, easy on/off

Cons: None yet

Share Your Usage: Recovering from Injury, Sports

Posted on January 16, 2018

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Love the Drytex fabric and top quality construction

Reviewed by: Robert Kumza
Verified Purchase

I love the Drytex fabric and the quality of this knee brace is excellent. But I didn't like the bulkiness of the steel hinge and the extra fabric around the hinge made the support very bulky. I wish they made a "minimal" Drytex wraparound knee sleeve without the extra fabric bulk that protects the hinge and without the steel hinge. That would make the support much more comfortable and greatly reduce the price too!

Pros: Drytex fabric; Top quality construction.

Cons: Bulky hinge and extra fabric around the hinge makes this brace too much for my needs.

Share Your Usage: Preventing Injury, Occasional Use, Recovering from Injury, Sports

Posted on November 3, 2017

Review was helpful? Yes (1) | No (1)

Reviewed by: Marty
Verified Purchase

Quality

So far so good only used a few times. Works the way it's suppose to.

Pros: Seems to work as far as the sweat around your knee

Cons: None so far

Share Your Usage: Occasional Use

Posted on August 6, 2017

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