Incorporated silicone Omega pad leaves the kneecap (patella) pressure free and provides intermittent compression to the soft tissue of the joint leading to increased circulation, thus aiding in the resorption of swelling and edema. * Three-dimensional knit with covered knee avoids window edema, yet keeps pressure off the knee cap * Can be used to treat: Knee strains or sprains, Knee instability, Post arthroscopy, Pre and post-operative knee inflammation, Osgood-Schlatter"s disease, Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Degenerative joint disease (DJD), Adolescent knee pain, Recurrent knee pain * Comfortable, lightweight, breathable knit will not retain heat for high wearing comfort and is machine washable * Made in Germany with the highest quality standards