Bauerfeind’s Compression Knee Support is a medical device designed to boost performance in sports and activities. It activates the muscles in your knees for unparalleled output and helps you perform at your best. The Compression Knee Sleeve features medical-grade compression technology and is everything neoprene is not - lightweight, breathable and anatomically contoured for a perfect fit. The compression increases the supply of oxygen to the muscles. This increased oxygen supply helps to improve endurance and decrease muscle fatigue during exercise. The controlled compression improves the knee’s ability to maintain maximum movement stability during sports, helping to prevent injury and support the knee during recovery. The support’s ultra-breathable, moisture-wicking weave vents heat and moves with your knee through every movement. Its gripping zones help keep it in place, making it perfect for any level of activity. Ideal for support in sports involving rapid start and stop motions, including basketball, netball, volleyball, squash, etc. The support is also suitable for milder injuries like jumper’s/runner’s knee - though for moderate injuries, the GenuTrain line may be more suitable. * Please note this item is sold as a single unit (does not come as a pair).