medi Elastic Knee Support

$50.00

The medi Elastic Knee Support is the simplest knee garment in medi's orthopaedic range: a two-way stretch knit shaped to follow the anatomy of the knee, with no pads, hinges or straps. It is thin enough to wear under clothing through the day.

It is for a knee that needs compression rather than bracing, including slight instability of the knee joint, articular effusions and swellings, chronic, post-operative and post-traumatic inflammation, osteoarthritis and arthritis, and patellofemoral pain syndrome.

The knit is a medical compression class 2. Constant compression with a massaging action as you move gives relief to an irritated joint and improves blood flow through the soft tissue around it. Two versions are listed: the classic item 601, and item 602, which adds a silicone top band that stops the support migrating during exercise.

Is this the right one for you?

Choose this if the knee aches or swells from overuse, wear or a strain, with no ligament, kneecap or arthritis diagnosis.

Pain at the front, around the kneecap? medi Genumedi PT Knee Support guides and relieves the kneecap specifically.

Knee gives way or shifts? medi Genumedi Pro Knee Orthosis adds hinges for side-to-side stability.

Diagnosed with arthritis in the knee? medi Soft OA Knee Brace is built for arthritic knee pain.

Size I II III IV V VI VII

Style Item 601 (classic) Item 602 (silicone band)

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Two-way stretch knit shaped to follow the knee's anatomy
Constant, even compression with a gentle massaging action during movement
Silicone top-band version stays put during exercise
Medical compression class 2 knit

Slight instability of the knee joint
Articular effusions and swellings
Chronic, post-operative and post-traumatic inflammation
Osteoarthritis and arthritis
Patellofemoral pain syndrome

This is a medical-grade compression support. Medical-grade compression is commonly covered under Canadian extended health benefit plans (e.g. Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, Blue Cross, Green Shield Canada) when accompanied by a valid prescription from your physician or nurse practitioner. It may also qualify as an eligible medical expense under the CRA's Medical Expense Tax Credit. We're happy to prepare an itemized estimate for your insurer — use Get an Insurance Estimate for this item, or add several to your cart and request one for everything at once. No charge, and it's not an order. Coverage details, annual limits, and prescription requirements vary by plan, so please confirm your specific benefits with your provider and keep your prescription and itemized receipt for your claim.

Style is the top edge, not the size: Item 601 (classic) has a plain top, and Item 602 (silicone band) adds a silicone top band that stops the support sliding down during exercise.

Check the size chart below. If your measurements don't fit a size on it, contact us and we'll help.

Size		I	II	III	IV	V	VI	VII
Thigh circumference (cm)15 cm above the middle of the kneecap	f	37 – 40	40 – 43	43 – 46	46 – 49	49 – 52	52 – 55	55 – 58
Calf circumference (cm)5 cm below the middle of the kneecap	d	25 – 28	28 – 31	31 – 34	34 – 37	37 – 40	40 – 43	43 – 46

Hand wash only, in lukewarm water (about 30°C/86°F) with a mild detergent
Close all hook-and-loop (velcro) fasteners, straps, and zippers before washing to protect the fabric
Do not use fabric softener, bleach, or harsh chemicals; do not dry clean
Remove and clean any removable pads or cushions separately with water or mild soap
Air dry fully -- do not tumble dry, use a hair dryer, or dry in direct sunlight
Apply skin creams or lotions after removing the support in the evening, not right before putting it on, since they can affect the material's properties