Support Bandage

[leahbee]

I have bought tubular support bandages for my dodgey knees. Could anyone please tell me if I should leave these on overnight or should I remove them. Thank you.

[boxtops]

There should be advice on the packet, leah - but I'd say no.

[shaneystar2]

I was told not to leave any support type bandages etc on overnight as they can restrict blood flow .

[woofgang]

leah, speaking as someone who has a dodgy knee and also as a retired Occupational Therapist, I can tell you that support bandages do naff all for dodgy knees unless they are worn tight enough to be uncomfortable. you are better seeing a physio and getting a proper assessment and exercises to strengthen your own muscles.

[Yorky Lass]

I would say no too, I don't think it would be good for your circulation.

[woofgang]

and yes, do not wear it at night...but then I would say sdont bother in the daytime either.

[shaneystar2]

If it's that Tubigrip stuff you've got that will do zilch to support a dodgy knee anyway.
A proper sports support is better.Depends what's wrong with your knees .If it's muscular then physio will be more help as Woofy says.
In my case it's bones and loose cartilage grinding and crunching so a strong sports support helps from time to time .

[leahbee]

Thank you all so much. There is no information on the packet about this. I bought bandages in the hope that they would stop my knees giving way when I stand up. Looks like I have wasted my money yet again.

[shaneystar2]

Take yourself to the doctor leahbee and get them xrayed to see what the problem is and get some proper treatment .

[Scarlett]

Have a look at these: http://www.tommiecopper.com/content/knee-compression-sleeve They are not supposed to be tight but they have copper in the material which can help some with pain. My knees have really been helped by buying these and I need a knee replacement!

[woofgang]

leah, before you spend any more money, go and get a diagnosis. What suits one problem won't suit another and may even make it worse.

[Sqad]

\\\\Could anyone please tell me if I should leave these on overnight or should I remove them. Thank you.\\\

It doesn't matter what you do...sleep in them OR take them off at night.

What do you mean by "dodgy knees?" Pain? unstable? Let you down?

[leahbee]

Sorry for the late reply, I have been away for a few days.
My knees are very painful at rest except when I have them raised. On standing one of them gives way and I have to steady myself before I can walk .

Thank you very much for your advice