Mueller Advanced Patella Strap vs Mueller Knee Strap

Both are Mueller knee straps for patellar tendonitis and runner's knee, but they are not the same product. The Advanced Patella Strap adds a custom molded buttress and a bi-lateral strap that lets you dial tension on each side, which suits patella tracking problems and IT band use above the knee. The standard Knee Strap is a simpler nylon band with a single adjustable fit, and owners report it stays put and is easy to put on. Buy the Advanced if you need directional control; buy the standard if you want a basic, low-cost strap for general knee pain.

• Choose the Advanced Patella Strap if you have patella tracking issues, chondromalacia or IT band pain and want to adjust tension separately on each side of the kneecap.
• Choose the Mueller Knee Strap if you want a simple, adjustable strap for patellar tendonitis or general knee pain and do not need directional tension control.