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Performer Hinged Patella Knee Brace - Neoprene

DonJoy

Moderate support for knee ligaments in a sleeve-style brace. Tubular patella buttress provides comfortable targeted compression while polycentric aluminum hinges increase lateral ligament support and prevent hyperextension. Wide adjustable straps provide personalized compression and the ideal fit.

Recommended for:

  • Mild to Moderate Ligament Injuries
  • Patellar Instabilities
  • Knee Instabilities
  • Meniscus Tears
  • Tendonitis
  • Arthritis
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DonJoy Performance Knee

Find the Right Fit:

  1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, leg muscles gently flexed.
  2. Place measuring tape flat against the skin (not tight). Measure leg circumference at:
    • 6 inches above kneecap
    • Center of kneecap
    • 6 inches below kneecap
  3. Use chart to find your size. If you land between sizes—or if thigh and calf measurements suggest different sizes—choose the larger option.

A correctly sized brace will feel comfortably snug and supportive without being excessively tight.

Size Thigh Knee Center Calf
S 15.5"-18.5" (39-47cm) 13"-14" (33-36cm) 12"-14" (30-36cm)
M 18.5"-21" (47-53cm) 14"-15" (36-38cm) 14"-16" (36-41cm)
L 21"-23.5" (53-60cm) 15"-17" (38-43cm) 16"-18" (41-46cm)
XL 23.5"-26.5" (60-67cm) 17"-19" (43-48cm) 18"-20" (46-51cm)
XXL 26.5"-29.5" (67-75cm) 19"-21" (48-53cm) 20"-22" (51-56cm)

Attention Medicare Patients

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Features and Benefits:

  1. Dual-Axis Polycentric Hinges

    Provide medial and lateral stability an allow natural motion of the knee joint.
  2. Adjustable Thigh and Calf Straps

    Hook-and-loop closures provide targeted compression and personalized fit.
  3. Sewn-In Patella Buttress

    Improves patellar tracking and provides increased stability.
  4. 3 mm Compressive Neoprene

    Delivers consistent compression to reduce inflammation and heat retention to keep muscles and joints warm.
  5. Low-Profile Design

    Slim enough to be worn under most athletic & everyday attire.

Is this brace right for me?

The DonJoy Performer Hinged Patella Knee Brace is designed for those seeking moderate lateral ligament support and consistent patella stabilization. Padded polycentric aluminum hinges provide increased medial/lateral support and protection, crucial for ligament tears and instability, while allowing for a natural, comfortable gait. The sewn-in tubular patella buttress delivers consistent, targeted stability to support proper patellar tracking. Wide adjustable straps ensure a personalized fit and help reduce slipping, while the neoprene sleeve offers gentle compression, warmth, and flexibility for daily wear and activity. Universal fit makes it easy to apply to either leg.

Ideal for:

  • Patella tendonitis
  • Chondromalacia
  • Meniscus tears
  • Osgood-Schlatter disease
  • Grade 1 collateral ligament sprains

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Product Questions

How the mobility of this product during a sport like soccer or what is the best brace for soccer
Question by: joshua on Jan 11, 2011, 3:40 AM
This depends on what the brace will be correcting. Please give us a call at 800-553-6019 so that we can ask a few questions about your doctor's recommendation for a knee brace.
Answer by: Admin on Jan 11, 2011, 3:40 AM
I have Patella Subluxation of my left knee. My ortho has recommended I get a patella stabilizing brace for when I play tennis. Which brace would your recommend. Thank you for your help!
Question by: Julie on Feb 16, 2016, 5:44 PM
The Tru-Pull Lite knee brace is a short small profile brace that will keep the patella tracking correctly and prevent knee dislocation
https://www.donjoystore.com/donjoy-tru-pull-lite
Answer by: Admin on Feb 16, 2016, 5:44 PM
The hinge are digs into my thigh, but otherwise the brace fits. Can I bend the end of the hinge without breaking it?
Question by: Sandy Kerman on Jan 20, 2011, 10:14 PM
If the uprights are digging in at your thigh and fitting correctly everywhere else, you can take the upright and pull it slightly out at that thigh portion to see if that relieves some of the pressure of the upright. If that does not work, the brace maybe too small and you may need to look at going up to the next size.
Answer by: Admin on Jan 20, 2011, 10:14 PM
I would like to purchase this brace for both of my knees. How do I specify Right and Left when ordering?
Question by: Suzanne Warmanen on Aug 17, 2016, 6:42 AM
The DonJoy Performer Hinged Patella Knee Brace - Neoprene can be worn on either leg.
Answer by: Admin on Aug 17, 2016, 6:42 AM
not ready to invest in the 500+ models and too bulky. Is this brace good for mild stability during football with no preexisting injuries other than knees just being "sore" after long practices and games.
Question by: Andrew on May 23, 2014, 9:01 AM
Thank you for your question. This brace has hinges which would give some support to your ligaments as well as a buttress to support the patella. It will provide you with some warmth and compression as well which could help cut down on your soreness. This brace sounds like it would be a good option for you.
Answer by: Admin on May 23, 2014, 9:01 AM
DonJoy Performance Knee

Find the Right Fit:

  1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, leg muscles gently flexed.
  2. Place measuring tape flat against the skin (not tight). Measure leg circumference at:
    • 6 inches above kneecap
    • Center of kneecap
    • 6 inches below kneecap
  3. Use chart to find your size. If you land between sizes—or if thigh and calf measurements suggest different sizes—choose the larger option.

A correctly sized brace will feel comfortably snug and supportive without being excessively tight.

Size Thigh Knee Center Calf
S 15.5"-18.5" (39-47cm) 13"-14" (33-36cm) 12"-14" (30-36cm)
M 18.5"-21" (47-53cm) 14"-15" (36-38cm) 14"-16" (36-41cm)
L 21"-23.5" (53-60cm) 15"-17" (38-43cm) 16"-18" (41-46cm)
XL 23.5"-26.5" (60-67cm) 17"-19" (43-48cm) 18"-20" (46-51cm)
XXL 26.5"-29.5" (67-75cm) 19"-21" (48-53cm) 20"-22" (51-56cm)

How To:

Athlete applying the DonJoy Performer Hinged Patella Knee Brace

Brace Application Guide

Position the sleeve on the leg so the tubular patella buttress is centered over the kneecap. Confirm the polycentric hinges align along the sides of the knee, then secure the adjustable straps to fine‑tune compression and reduce movement during activity.

To receive maximum therapeutic support, the knee brace should feel snug and supportive without being excessively tight or restricting circulation.

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DonJoy Performer Hinged Patella Knee Brace being washed in the kitchen sink

Product Care

Hand wash in warm water using mild soap, rinse thoroughly. AIR DRY.

Note: If not rinsed thoroughly, residual soap may cause irritation and deteriorate material. The brace may be used in fresh or salt water.

Following use, drain thoroughly and rinse with clean, fresh water. AIR DRY.

 
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