17 times your body weight passes through one small point just below the kneecap
Knee braces squeeze. Orthoses lock. This strap does something completely different — it moves the load away from the worn spot.
It rarely starts dramatically. First it's just the stairs. Then it's the last stretch home from the shops. Then you find yourself planning your day around your knee without quite noticing — you take the shortest route, you stay seated when the others stand up, you grab the handrail before you really need it.
And if you've been told the cartilage is worn, that it's “bone on bone”, or that your meniscus isn't what it should be — you've probably also been told there isn't much to be done. Take it easy. Wait and see. Come back in a year.
The problem is that nobody explains why it hurts exactly there. And once you understand it, it becomes pretty obvious why a regular knee brace doesn't help.
It all comes down to one small point
That's how much of your body weight can be pressed through the knee joint when you take the stairs or get up from a chair — concentrated on an area the size of a thumbnail.
When the cartilage that should sit between the bone surfaces wears down, the shock absorber disappears. The pressure then hits raw, again and again, on exactly the same small point. Every single step. That's why the pain comes back as soon as you start moving — and why rest never solves it.
Why a brace does so little
×Knee brace
Squeezes around the whole knee and gives a feeling of support. But it moves nothing — the pressure lands exactly where it did before.
×Rigid orthosis
Locks the joint and restricts movement. Bulky under trousers, hot, and you quickly get stiffer from wearing it.
×Painkillers
Dull the signal for a while. Do nothing about the load that triggers it.
✓ReliefStep
One precise strap with a silicone pad that changes where the force goes — away from the worn spot, into tissue that handles it better.
Most people order two — one for each knee.
How it works, in three steps
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The pad finds the spot
The silicone pad sits just below the kneecap, against the tendon. It's shaped to stay stable right there — not spread out over the whole knee.
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The strap is tightened
You decide how firm it should be. Enough to stay put, not so tight it pinches. Two seconds to adjust.
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The load is moved
The pressure is spread away from the worn spot. You feel the effect as soon as you stand up — it's not something you need to build up over weeks.
Made to be worn all day
- Doesn't slide down. The inside grips your skin instead of rolling up behind the knee.
- Doesn't chafe. Soft edges, no seams digging in when you bend your knee.
- Breathable. Doesn't get clammy and hot after an hour.
- Flat under trousers. No bulk. No one can tell you're wearing it.
- Adjustable. Firmer on a walk, looser when you sit.
- So light you forget it. Most people stop thinking about it after a couple of days.
What customers say
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Frequently asked questions
Does it help with osteoarthritis where the cartilage is gone?
The strap doesn't repair cartilage — it changes how the load is distributed across the joint, so less force gathers in the sore spot. That's exactly why many people with advanced osteoarthritis notice a difference, even when braces haven't done anything. If you're unsure whether it's right for you, talk to your doctor or physiotherapist.
How quickly will I notice anything?
Most people feel the difference the first time they stand up or take the stairs wearing it. It's not a training programme — the effect comes from the pressure being moved straight away.
Will it fit me?
The strap is adjustable and fits almost everyone. It can be worn on either knee — there's no separate left or right version.
Can I wear it all day?
Yes. It's breathable and lies flat under trousers. Many people wear it at work, on walks and in the garden. If you sit still for a long time, you can loosen it a little.
What if it doesn't work for me?
Then you get your money back within 30 days. Send us an email and we'll sort it out.
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This is advertising content from ReliefStep. The product is an aid for offloading and does not replace medical treatment, diagnosis or advice from healthcare professionals. If you have severe pain, swelling, an unstable knee or a recent injury, consult a doctor or physiotherapist before use. Individual results vary.