Vive IT Band Strap Iliotibial Band Compression Wrap - Outside of Knee Pain (Black, 1 Count (Pack of 1))

This thing is incredible! Completely saved my IT band and hiking is pain free! This allowed me to complete my 175 mile thru hike!

My husband has experienced ITB syndrome for several years. Therapy didn't help; the doctor's solution -- get a cane! The Vive IT Band strap has really helped! He had been using another knee band (designed for below the knee) with minimal success. The Vive band didn't cure the problem (there is no cure), but it has made a DRAMATIC difference in my husband's mobility. I am SO thankful that we discovered it!!!

So, firstly, I just have one of those legs. The kind tat things just slip off of. It slips down as I run, and get sweaty in the humidity. It's not fault of the product, it's just my leg shape. Which is like a stick. Now on to the meatof the issue. With ITBS the problem is one if compression. You may feel pains in your knee but the problems occur from the hop, to the thigh...where this band is to be placed. As your muscles fatigue and get overused they lock down, swell, and cutt off circulation to the lower leg. Once I got a sports massage I could feel the dense and firm group of muscles cramped around the IT Band. They massaged it and loosened it up to where you couldn't feel the denseness in the quad anymore and circulation was allowed to take place, but heeling to the inflamed tendon was going to take time. It felt loads better immediately after treating it. The point? Adding further compression only exacerbates the issue. Since lack of circulation is what leads to inflaming, which is what causes the ITB to compress up against the joint of the knee. Once swelling reduces, tension is taken off the ITB.

I have been struggle it IT Band syndrome for a while. This strap has help so much to continue running injury free. From not able to run 1 mile to be able to run Half Marathon. Currently training a full marathon.

I would have liked to give this item 5 stars, as I was previously having knee pain caused by my IT band when running. My physical therapist recommended using an IT compression band. The very first time I used this band, I took other users' advice and wrapped it fairly tightly around my leg. I had no pain during my run, which I was very happy about. However, upon finishing my run and removing the band, I noticed that it had split in two places. It was the very first time I used it, and I only ran 1.5 miles - about a 15 minute run. I'm attaching a photo to show where the band tore. From everything I've read about these bands, I've watched videos and read articles about how to use them, they are supposed to be wrapped fairly tightly around the leg. I definitely didn't wrap it too tightly, so there shouldn't have been a reason for this product to malfunction. I am disappointed at the quality of the band, although now I know that this style of band does help. I am returning this particular brand and buying from another brand.

I have been suffering with ITBS knee pain for 2.5 years now. At my current state I can only walk for about a mile before it starts hurting. Yesterday I went to the San Diego zoo and wore this strap and I was able to walk about 7 miles in 4 hours…completely pain free. It stays put very well even with sweaty hairy legs. I have a little pain where the band was squeezing my leg, but I make mine really tight And this pain is much more tolerable than my knee pain. I’m not sure if I can make it looser and get the same results. It just feels like a bruise. I probably won’t wear this everyday because I don’t want to depend on it, but I see it as a must for days I plan on being very active now.

I really like this band. It is comfortable, can wear all day, band is wide enough but not too wide so is not very noticeable under pants, the buckle makes getting just the right tension perfect, stays put on leg. The key feature on this band, for me, is the buckle.

I bought these IT band straps to help with outside knee pain from running, and they’ve made a noticeable difference. The compression hits right where it’s needed and helps reduce discomfort during workouts and longer walks. I especially like that it comes in a 2-pack, so I can keep one in my gym bag and one at home. The neoprene material feels sturdy but still comfortable against the skin, and the adjustable Velcro makes it easy to customize the tightness. Once positioned correctly, it stays in place pretty well without sliding around too much. The reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that it can take a little trial and error to find the perfect placement, and if worn too tight it can feel a bit bulky under leggings. But overall, it provides solid support and good value for the price. If you’re dealing with IT band syndrome or lateral knee pain, this is definitely worth trying before moving on to more expensive options.

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I have started using the ITB strap by Vive for my ITB syndrome. It works like a dream - totally pain free when I use the strap and allows me to train without any issues.

I've always thought knee straps etc were a bit of a "snake oil" type product, but when my ITB problems flared up again, a few weeks before a half marathon, I tried everything to sort them. Rest, Ice, Stretches, Massage etc. All to no avail. I was down to a maximum of 1-2k before crippling knee pain came on. Out of desperation, I tried these. Strapped them up really tight, with the lump right onto the IT band and went out... 5k, pain free! 2 days later I ran a half marathon, completely pain free, and set a PB by 7 minutes. I kind of know the theory of how they work, don't know how they're so effective, but they're an absolute gamechanger. If you've got ITB issues, try them.

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This is a great band. It saved me when I developed IT band problems 1 month before a half marathon. I placed the band securely around my knee area to support the IT band and I had very little pain during the race. This product is definitely a support and not a cure-all. Better to do PT exercises to strengthen muscles that cause pain in the first place.