"I have large calves and thighs and haven't been able to find sleeves in a store that I can fit. The Big Bones really came in clutch and I got them in time for a really important competition workout. Will definitely buy again!"
"I've been skating for roughly 40 years and my knees have taken a severe beating over the years and these were the first compression sleeve that actually worked and helps keep me skateboarding."
"For someone whose knees sound like bubble wrap on a regular basis, the old one knee brace is the only thing keeping me upright while learning to derby skate. Praise old bones."
Hamstring Compression Sleeves for the Back of the Thigh
Your hamstrings do the pulling every time you sprint, kick, climb or push off, and they’re usually the first thing to complain when you overdo it. A hamstring compression sleeve wraps the back of the thigh in steady, even pressure, so the muscle feels supported while you keep moving.
The hamstring runs from your sit bones down to just behind the knee. That means the gear that covers it is either a full leg sleeve that runs past the knee, or a brace built for the knee that reaches well up the thigh. Both are here.
Full-Length Leg Sleeves
To cover the whole hamstring, you want a sleeve that starts high on the thigh. Our full-length leg sleeves are medical-grade knitted compression from thigh to ankle, so the hamstring, knee and calf all get support in one piece. They’re slim enough to wear under pants, which makes them easy to keep on through a workday as well as a session. See the range of full-length compression sleeves.
For Larger Thighs
The Big Bones Knee Brace is a knee brace, not a hamstring sleeve, but it earns its spot. It’s built on a wider V-shape with a flared top, with side springs and support stays that run to the upper edge, so it reaches up the thigh and stays put on larger legs instead of rolling down. It comes in one size, 3XL, for thighs 23 inches and up measured four inches above the kneecap. If what bugs you sits low on the back of the thigh, right around the knee, and standard sleeves never stay up on you, start here.
Pulled or Strained Hamstring?
A hamstring strain can be anything from mild tightness to a real tear. Compression adds support and a snug, secure feel, but it doesn’t replace rest or a proper diagnosis. If you felt a pop, see bruising, or can’t walk normally, check with your healthcare provider before you get back to it.
Need support lower down the leg? Browse our knee braces or the full compression sleeves lineup. For support all the way around the thigh, see our thigh compression sleeves.
FAQs
Does a knee brace help with hamstring pain?
It depends where the pain is. The hamstring tendons attach just behind the knee, so a knee brace that reaches up the thigh can add compression around that spot. For pain higher up the back of the thigh, a full-length leg sleeve covers the whole muscle. Check with your healthcare provider if the pain is sharp or doesn't settle.
What should I wear for hamstring tendonitis?
Many people with hamstring tendonitis look for steady compression over the back of the thigh and knee during activity, and a full-length leg sleeve covers the muscle and its tendons together. Compression adds support, but it doesn't replace a plan from your healthcare provider or physical therapist.
Can I wear a hamstring compression sleeve while running or training?
Yes, that's what they're for. The sleeves and brace here are knitted compression, so they move with you through sprints, lifts and skate sessions. Keep the fit snug but never so tight that it pinches or leaves your leg tingling.
Why do hamstring sleeves roll down?
A straight tube stretched over a thigh that widens toward the hip will creep down as you move. Knits shaped to the leg and wider tops hold better, which is why the Big Bones Knee Brace uses a flared V-shape with stays that run to its upper edge for thighs 23 inches and up.