Guide · elbow sleeve
How to choose and fit an elbow sleeve
The elbow sleeve is the same 3D knit as our knee sleeve, cut for the arm. People wear it for lifting, racket sports, climbing and long days at a keyboard. Sizing is by the circumference around the elbow.
Before you start
- What you need: A tape measure. Measure around the elbow with the arm slightly bent.
- Clean, dry skin — no lotion or sweat, so the grip band and straps hold.
- Have the product page's size ranges to hand if you're choosing a size.
Steps
Measure around the elbow
Bend the arm slightly and measure around the point of the elbow. S 22–25 cm, M 25–28 cm, L 28–31 cm, XL 31–34 cm.
SizingSilicone band at the top
The end with the silicone band goes on the upper arm. Fold it down before pulling the sleeve on.
Fit: nonePull on from the hand
Slide the sleeve over the hand and up the forearm until the point of the elbow sits in the middle.
Fit: noneUnfold and smooth
Unfold the top so the silicone band sits flat on the upper arm and smooth the inside of the elbow.
Fit: snug, no foldsBend and check
Bend and straighten the arm a few times. It should stay put without bunching inside the elbow.
Check
How long to wear it and how to wash it
Wear it for activity and take it off for long rests; don't sleep in it. Hand wash at 30 °C with straps fastened, rinse well and air dry away from heat. No bleach, no tumble dryer.
Good to know
Supports are for comfort and a feeling of support during activity. If you have an injury or a health concern, speak to a GP or physiotherapist before using one.
What you need
Questions about the elbow sleeve
Can I type with it on?
Yes. Many people wear it at a desk. Take it off for long breaks and don't sleep in it.
Left or right?
Either. The sleeve is symmetrical.
Does it come as a pair?
It's sold singly. Add two to the basket for both arms.