Adjustable Patella Knee Strap

A patella strap sits below the kneecap and applies focused pressure to the tendon, rather than wrapping the entire joint the way a sleeve does. That targeted approach leaves the knee free to bend through its full range while still giving the area some support during repetitive impact, which is why runners and jumpers tend to prefer a strap to a full brace.

This version uses a bi-directional adjustment, so tension can be set precisely at the start and re-set partway through a session as things loosen or swell. The cowhide facing holds its shape considerably better than a plain elastic band, which is the component that usually goes slack first. The low bulk means it sits unnoticed under training trousers or a longer short rather than bunching.

Runners, jumpers, basketball and volleyball players are the usual users, along with anyone spending a working day on ladders or stairs. This is a supportive band rather than a treatment for anything. Persistent knee pain deserves a conversation with a qualified clinician, not a tighter strap. Position the band roughly a finger's width below the kneecap and snug rather than tight; a strap that cuts off circulation is doing more harm than good.

• Bi-directional adjustment
• Cowhide facing
• Low-profile under clothing
• One size, adjustable