Best used as part of a physical therapy or athletic training regimen or for post-op application. The ideal accessory for treating knee related injuries, strains, patella tendonitis, ligament strains, chondromalacia, arthritis and bursitis. Potential Indications: ACL injury, collateral ligament injury, partial knee replacement, patellar tendonitis, pain management, meniscus tear and total knee replacement. Simple to apply and remove using three light weight, padded Velcro straps.