re: Give Your Knees a Break

StructEngnr — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 19:54:57 GMT

Although not a runner, I cycle a great deal and also need to protect my knees. Tendonitus is a problem in both knees, as well as the effects of a motorcycle accident three decades ago to my right one. For several years I have been wearing high Lycra content full support pantyhose (graduated compression) to keep from having to resort to pain and inflamation relievers. I have found that Lycra/Spandex contents above 20 percent (some up to 36 percent ) keep my knees happy. Like other pantyhose their packaging are marketed towards females, although in reality they work just as well for both sexes. If guys have any hang-ups about buying support pantyhose, check out the internet searched under "men's pantyhose". Without naming names there have been several manufacturers of hose made for men available since the late 1990's. Unlike fashion hose, these are much more durable and provide great compression without the bulk of running/cycling tights.

Rick Libner

Structural Engineer

re: Give Your Knees a Break

Daven63 — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 11:21:12 GMT

I had surgery on my left leg about 15 years ago, the Doctor at that time informed me that I should wear support hose from my ankles to well above mid thigh. The only product that filled the bill at the time were full support panty hose made for women. I've been wearing ever since and have had less fatigue in my legs.

My wife gave her blessings to wearing as she was present when the Doctor informed me that I should wear. At the present time, I wear 24/7 and my knees and legs feel great.

I walk and cycle on a regular basis and have no problem.

I have found that there are hose made for men by several manufactures and they are very excelent quality..

Men should not be ashamed that they either have to or want to wear legwear.

Dave N