McDavid 442 Shin Splint Support (One Size)
Two vertical buttresses apply soothing compression, helping relieve shin splint pain.This shin support brace features a fully adjustable thermal wraparound design, with two vertical rubber ribs that apply soothing, graduated compression on the shin, helping relieve the pain associated with shin splints. Contoured two-way stretch material is 100% latex-free neoprene, with Velcro closures to create a custom fit. One size fits all, up to an 18-inch mid-calf on either the right or left leg.Protection LevelsMcDavid offers a range of sports medicine products based on protection and support levels. Each level provides soft tissue support through compression, and may promote healing through therapeutic heat. This product is Protection Level IIProtection Level I, Primary:General purpose protectionMinor pain, sprains, and instabilityRelief from arthritis, bursitis, and tendonitisProtection Level II, Advanced:Minor to moderate protectionSlight ligament instabilities or painOffers more protection than simple sleevesProtection Level III, Maximum:Ultimate in protectionModerate to major instabilities and painProvides the maximum level of supportAbout McDavidIn 1969, Dr. Robert F. McDavid, operating out of a basement in Bellwood, Illinois, developed what became the first widely used lateral protective knee brace in football. Today, the company manufactures more than 400 products for athletes and active people of all ages, designed to help prevent injury while enhancing performance. The company is the most recommended brand of braces among sports medical professionals, and an industry leader in sports medical products and technical performance athletic wear.