Ultimate Performance Hinged Knee Brace

Ultimate Performance Hinged Knee Brace

Arthritis can be incredibly painful, especially in its advanced stages. If you suffer from weak or unstable knees, the Ultimate Performance Hinged Knee Brace provides maximum support and compression to stabilise the knee, improve healing and protect against further injury.

What's Included?

• 1 x Hinged Knee Brace

How Does the Ultimate Performance Hinged Knee Brace Work?

The Ultimate Performance Hinged Knee Brace uses twin strap sets located above and below the patella and dual tri-axial hinges located on either side of the brace to centralise the joint. This helps prevent hyperextension by compressing the weak ligaments and muscles that surround the knee.

Which Size  Is Right for Me?

To find the right fit for you, you must first measure the circumference of your kneecap using a fabric tape measure. To do this correctly, measure the circumference across the centre of the kneecap using the image below as a guide before consulting the sizing table below with your measurement.

Please Note: this is a compression brace and is designed for a really close fit, but some customers have found their measured size too tight. For a looser fit, we would recommend going one size larger. The UP Brace features adjustment straps, so you will still be able to tighten this larger size.

Our Top Sizing Tips

• Make sure to measure your knee as described, as this will help you to find the best level of fit.
• This brace is designed to feel tight and compressive. If you are looking for a slightly less-tight fit, we recommend selecting one size larger than your measurement.
• If you fall on a sizing boundary, e.g. your measurement is 45cm, we recommend choosing the larger of the two sizes.

How Compressive Is the Ultimate Performance Hinged Knee Brace?

The Ultimate Performance Knee Brace fits close to the leg, encouraging blood flow to the knee in order to promote rehabilitation. This close fit is what enhances support by stopping tired and worn out ligaments drifting further and further away from your kneecap.

How Do I Fit the Ultimate Performance Hinged Knee Brace?

In order to correctly fit your Ultimate Performance Hinged Knee Brace, please follow our step-by-step instructions below:

1. Unfasten all straps and pull the brace up and over the knee
2. Ensure the patella ring and buttress are correctly positioned, exposing the knee cap
3. Fasten the lower set of straps by looping the Velcro fastening across the front and back of the brace
4. Do the same with the straps located above the knee joint
5. Apply pressure to the affected knee, ensuring the tri-axial hinges on either side are flexing with the knee joint correctly

Twin Strap Design Promotes a Tailored Fit

In order to achieve the correct level of compression, the Ultimate Performance Brace uses a twin-strap design to promote a customised fit both above and below the knee. If you find your brace fits too tightly, simply adjust the tightness of each strap until comfortable.

How Do Tri-Axial Hinges Work to Support the Knee?

Tri-axial hinges located on either side of the brace are 255mm in length, running from the top all the way to the bottom of the brace. They are included to track the movement of the knee when in motion, providing stability and ensuring that fatigued, loose ligaments and tendons do not prevent you maximising your performance.

Which Conditions Should a Level 4 Knee Brace Be Used to Treat?

, the Ultimate Performance Hinged Knee Brace provides the maximum level of protection for severe ligament, tendon and cartilage injuries. This makes it a suitable product to help support and promote healing for a wide range of conditions, including:

• Cartlidge Tears
• Hyperextension Injures
• Ligament Tears
• Knee Replacement Surgery Recovery
• Major Knee Instability
• Severe Osteoarthritis
• Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Sprains and Fractures
• Torn Ligaments

How Does the Ultimate Hinged Knee Brace Promote Healing?

The Ultimate Hinged Knee Brace is expertly designed to provide maximum support for people with weak knees or ligament instability. These innovative features allow the hinged knee brace to promote fast healing and protect against further injury.

• Tri-Axial Hinge: The advanced hinge design helps protect against hyperextension without compromising on mobility. This keeps the knee in a stable position and reduces the risk of further injury.
• Patella Buttressing: A cushioned pad surrounds the patella to improve comfort and knee tracking, meaning that the kneecap stays in the right position and doesn't pop out of place during movement.
• Customised Compression: Featuring two adjustable straps, the hinged knee brace enables you to customise the level of compression depending on your specific needs.

Features and Benefits of the Ultimate Performance Hinged Knee Brace

• Support Level 4 - provides the ultimate protection for the afflicted knee
• Recommended for weak, arthritic or unstable ligaments
• Fully tailored design with maximum comfort and fit behind the knee
• Features two adjustable straps to ensure firm and customisable compression
• Tri-axial hinge protects against hyper-extension without reducing mobility
• Patella buttress improves patella tracking for comfort and injury prevention
• Available in seven sizes to suit most users
• Sold individually as a single unit

How Comfortable is the Hinged Knee Brace?

Made with soft, breathable fabrics, the Hinged Knee Brace is comfy to wear even for extended periods of activity. The adjustable straps also allows you to tailor the level of compression for greater comfort when necessary. 

Are There Braces With Other Levels of Support?

The Ultimate Performance Hinged Knee Support offers ultimate protection with Level 4 Support. However, if this is too much, then links to the best knee braces for other support levels are listed below.

• Best Level 1 Brace: Ultimate Performance Elastic Knee Support
• Best Level 2 Brace: Ultimate Performance Ultimate Compression Elastic Knee Support
• Best Level 3 Brace: Ultimate Performance Runner's Knee Support Strap

Washing Instructions

Remove hinges before washing. Hand wash in cold water with mild detergent. Do not use fabric softener or bleach. Allow to air dry – do not use heat.

For more information about support levels and which one is right for you, check out our handy guide on the Best Ultimate Performance Knee Braces By Support Level.