DonJoy Reaction WEB Knee Brace - All Questions
DonJoy Reaction WEB Knee Brace
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I have this knee brace and it broke 4 times and all i do is play basketball with it. The plastic part to hold the straps to make it tight always snap. What other brace do you recommend?
Question by: Mikey on Jul 2, 2014, 9:49 PM
Mikey
The <a href="{{store direct_url='donjoy-performer-patella-knee-support'}}">DonJoy Performer Patella Knee Support</a> is a good alternative if you are having pain around the kneecap. The brace has a buttress that is sewn into the brace to help stabilize the patella. The Tru-Pull Lite is a good brace for keeping your knecap tracking in the correct position: https://www.donjoystore.com/donjoy-performer-patella-knee-support
The <a href="{{store direct_url='donjoy-performer-patella-knee-support'}}">DonJoy Performer Patella Knee Support</a> is a good alternative if you are having pain around the kneecap. The brace has a buttress that is sewn into the brace to help stabilize the patella. The Tru-Pull Lite is a good brace for keeping your knecap tracking in the correct position: https://www.donjoystore.com/donjoy-performer-patella-knee-support
Answer by: Admin on Jul 2, 2014, 9:49 PM
Hi, I've been diagnosed with having Chondromalacia patella and have some pain in the back of my knee when I squat. I am currently doing stretching and strengthening exercises. I mainly play volleyball 2 times a week and some basketball and soccer. I was wondering if this is the right brace for me or could you recommend another which would be better. Thanks
Question by: Alain on Jul 5, 2014, 11:24 PM
This is a great brace for those who suffer from Chondromalacia. The brace absorbs the force put on the kneecap during activity and disperses it within the webbing to help alleviate pain.
Answer by: Admin on Jul 5, 2014, 11:24 PM
I had ACL repair surgery about a year ago. I am having discomfort and pain on the inside of my knee when I am squatting. (Olympic weightlifting) Do you have a brace that will help with those things? BTW - I squat below parallel. Thanks!
Question by: Jen on Jul 21, 2014, 10:48 AM
Jen
This knee brace could help with this pain you are having. It is not uncommon to have patellofemoral pain after an ACL surgery especially when putting such a great load on the knee by squatting beyond 90 degrees. This brace helps to absorb that load and transfer it into the webbing to take pain away.
This knee brace could help with this pain you are having. It is not uncommon to have patellofemoral pain after an ACL surgery especially when putting such a great load on the knee by squatting beyond 90 degrees. This brace helps to absorb that load and transfer it into the webbing to take pain away.
Answer by: Admin on Jul 21, 2014, 10:48 AM
I have chondromalacia, patella tracking issues and have dislocated my kneecap twice in the last few years which also has given me patella tendinitis... Would this be the best brace for me or is there something better out there that I should try? I am an active weight lifter and active running in multiple sports and don't like to be on the sideline.
Question by: Chadd on Jul 21, 2014, 6:05 PM
Chadd
This is a good brace for anterior knee pain associated with chondromalacia and patellar tendonitis. You may want to go a different brace because of the dislocations. Take a look at the <a href="{{store direct_url='donjoy-tru-pull-advanced-system-1'}}" target="_blank">Tru-Pull Advanced System</a> and the <a href="{{store direct_url='donjoy-tru-pull-lite'}}" target="_blank">Tru-Pull Lite</a>. These braces will keep the kneecap tracking correctly and help to prevent any further dislocations. The Lite is a smaller lower profile version of the Advanced system.
This is a good brace for anterior knee pain associated with chondromalacia and patellar tendonitis. You may want to go a different brace because of the dislocations. Take a look at the <a href="{{store direct_url='donjoy-tru-pull-advanced-system-1'}}" target="_blank">Tru-Pull Advanced System</a> and the <a href="{{store direct_url='donjoy-tru-pull-lite'}}" target="_blank">Tru-Pull Lite</a>. These braces will keep the kneecap tracking correctly and help to prevent any further dislocations. The Lite is a smaller lower profile version of the Advanced system.
Answer by: Admin on Jul 21, 2014, 6:05 PM
Hi, I am 34 years old and I have no ACL in my left knee (The PCL and MCL were both replaced with an allograft , the ACL was retorn) with some mild arthritis. I currently have the Donjoy Defiance but I never wear it because it is very uncomfortable and constantly slides down my leg. My activities are very limited and include walking on the treadmill, swimming and going up and down stairs in my house. The pain has been minor and controlled with cortisone injections but my knee buckles sometimes when going up the stairs. Would this brace be suitable for my condition? Thanks
Question by: chris on Jul 27, 2014, 5:33 PM
Chris
First if your <a href="{{store direct_url='donjoy-defiance-iii-custom-knee-brace'}}" target="_blank">Defiance</a> does not fit correctly you may need to be re-sized for the brace, remakes can be done for a $300 charge instead of getting a brand new brace. The Reaction Web knee is most likely not the best choice if you are not going to wear your Defiance. I would suggest the <a href="{{store direct_url='donjoy-playmaker-ii-knee-brace-2'}}" target="_blank">DonJoy Playmaker II</a>. It has sufficient support for the activities that you are doing.
First if your <a href="{{store direct_url='donjoy-defiance-iii-custom-knee-brace'}}" target="_blank">Defiance</a> does not fit correctly you may need to be re-sized for the brace, remakes can be done for a $300 charge instead of getting a brand new brace. The Reaction Web knee is most likely not the best choice if you are not going to wear your Defiance. I would suggest the <a href="{{store direct_url='donjoy-playmaker-ii-knee-brace-2'}}" target="_blank">DonJoy Playmaker II</a>. It has sufficient support for the activities that you are doing.
Answer by: Admin on Jul 27, 2014, 5:33 PM
I was interested in the brace for my son who plays offensive line. Was wondering about the sleeve getting mixed reviews that the brace keeps sliding down is there additional or alternative sleeve that can used. Also concerns about the bottom strap that keeps coming on undone. (from reviews read)
I am currently having a issue with sizing below the knee measures 18" and upper 23". Also currently using shock doc brace but with issues of sizing concerns about fit and ripping the brace apart when putting it on.
I am currently having a issue with sizing below the knee measures 18" and upper 23". Also currently using shock doc brace but with issues of sizing concerns about fit and ripping the brace apart when putting it on.
Question by: Bob Stoner on Aug 3, 2014, 9:47 AM
Bob
Most of the complaints about the sleeve slipping have been resolved with a new sleeve that has bigger pieces of silicone at the top . The issues with the straps have been resolved, the braces have different velcro and the straps can be velcroed on top of themselves for better fit. The size would be the XL/XXL.
Most of the complaints about the sleeve slipping have been resolved with a new sleeve that has bigger pieces of silicone at the top . The issues with the straps have been resolved, the braces have different velcro and the straps can be velcroed on top of themselves for better fit. The size would be the XL/XXL.
Answer by: Admin on Aug 3, 2014, 9:47 AM
Hello,
I have bad osteoarthritis in my knees from many years of sports and construction work. My doctor said I would/should consider knee replacement. He also gave me the option of having hyaluronan injections, which I opted for. While the injections worked and did allow me to freely walk up stairs, the pain is slowly returning. I know this is due to me weightlifting ( I squat 400lbs rep and leg press 1100lb rep ). My questions are, is this brace a good option for lifters to use while lifting? Is this a good brace for my knee overall outside the gym? The pain is mostly when the knee passes a 90* angle ( getting up off the couch ). Thank you.
I have bad osteoarthritis in my knees from many years of sports and construction work. My doctor said I would/should consider knee replacement. He also gave me the option of having hyaluronan injections, which I opted for. While the injections worked and did allow me to freely walk up stairs, the pain is slowly returning. I know this is due to me weightlifting ( I squat 400lbs rep and leg press 1100lb rep ). My questions are, is this brace a good option for lifters to use while lifting? Is this a good brace for my knee overall outside the gym? The pain is mostly when the knee passes a 90* angle ( getting up off the couch ). Thank you.
Question by: Chris on Aug 6, 2014, 5:54 AM
Chris
If you need a knee replacement, this brace may not be enough support for your knee. This brace is for those suffering from anterior knee pain and mild arthritis. If you need surgery you most likely have severe arthritis. Now if you have pain in the front of your knee the Reaction may help while you are lifting, but if your pain is on one side of the joint then you may need a more involved knee brace specific for arthritis. Check out our selection of <a href="{{store direct_url='knee-braces/arthritis-knee-braces'}}" target="_blank">arthritis knee braces</a>.
If you need a knee replacement, this brace may not be enough support for your knee. This brace is for those suffering from anterior knee pain and mild arthritis. If you need surgery you most likely have severe arthritis. Now if you have pain in the front of your knee the Reaction may help while you are lifting, but if your pain is on one side of the joint then you may need a more involved knee brace specific for arthritis. Check out our selection of <a href="{{store direct_url='knee-braces/arthritis-knee-braces'}}" target="_blank">arthritis knee braces</a>.
Answer by: Admin on Aug 6, 2014, 5:54 AM
I have recently had 2 surgeries on the same knee, and starting to have issues with stiffness and walking. Especially early morning when waking up and when the weather changes. What would be the best brace to wear?
Question by: Tim on Aug 6, 2014, 1:13 PM
This brace is best for those who have anterior knee pain. It absorbs force on the front of the knee and disperses the force into the webbing of the brace which decreases pain in the front of the knee. If you are having anterior knee pain this brace may help
Answer by: Admin on Aug 6, 2014, 1:13 PM
I am actually looking for a brace that will add some extra strength to my knee joint. A couple of months ago I had a tumor removed from my upper thigh which required the Dr to have to remove a good deal of my quadriceps muscles. Vastus intermedius completley removed and partial removal of vastus laterallis and rectus femoris. Needless to say my upper leg is now very weak. I am a bowler and am looking for something that will allow me to squat down a little more without my knee buckling due to lack of strength. I'm thinking something with a flexion stop would be best but kind of think the Reaction brace looks like it could help. Any thoughts?
Question by: Ryan Meyers on Aug 11, 2014, 5:55 PM
Ryan
The Reaction will not give you enough support for that leg. I would suggest the <a href="{{store direct_url='donjoy-playmaker-ii-knee-brace-2'}}" target="_blank">Playmaker II knee brace</a>. It has bilateral hinges for medial and lateral support as well as our 4 point strapping system that will help protect the ACL and PCL in the knee. It comes with stops that you can install in your brace that can limit flexion to help keep you from buckling.
The Reaction will not give you enough support for that leg. I would suggest the <a href="{{store direct_url='donjoy-playmaker-ii-knee-brace-2'}}" target="_blank">Playmaker II knee brace</a>. It has bilateral hinges for medial and lateral support as well as our 4 point strapping system that will help protect the ACL and PCL in the knee. It comes with stops that you can install in your brace that can limit flexion to help keep you from buckling.
Answer by: Admin on Aug 11, 2014, 5:55 PM
I have had lateral, medial repair, an acl injury without repair, joint effusion, history of osteochondral injury tibial plateau, chondromalacia patella... I do moderate sports like p90 and T25, boot camp relays which I recently had to stop... I would like a brace that would allow me to play hard without all the pain ... would this brace be a good option for my workouts ...and I've never used a brace before.
Question by: Melissa on Aug 18, 2014, 8:24 AM
This a good brace for those with pain in the front of your knee, but will not protect the ACL at all. So if you do not have any stability issues, just anterior knee pain, then the Reaction is going to help. If you have instability in your knee because of the ACL tear then you would need something a little more supportive such as the <a href="{{store direct_url='donjoy-playmaker-ii-knee-brace-2'}}" target="_blank">Playmaker II knee brace</a>.
Answer by: Admin on Aug 18, 2014, 8:24 AM