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REVOLUTIONARY SUPPORT

The Kinetic Arm K2 Sleeve is the world’s first and only dual-joint support system for the shoulder and elbow that offers unrestricted movement. Featuring a scientifically proven, multi-patented MuscleWeb® design, it provides activated support to reduce dynamic arm stress, helping to minimize fatigue and discomfort that can lead to overuse injuries.

Engineered for high-intensity action on the court, whether you're shooting passing, or rebounding, the Kinetic Arm K2 Sleeve reinforces the joints, muscles, and ligaments, enabling basketball players to train harder, recovery faster, and play longer. Athletes wear in practice and game to help optimize performance, stay pain-free, and on the court doing what they love.

Impressive Solution

DYNAMIC SUPPORT

Basketball players frequently face overuse injuries in the shoulder and elbow from repetitive actions like shooting, passing, and rebounding. These movements can lead to conditions such as tendinitis, rotator cuff strains, labral tears, epicondylitis, and shoulder impingement. The Kinetic Arm delivers adaptive, responsive support during play, allowing for full mobility and range of motion while stabilizing the elbow and shoulder during high-stress phases when the arm is most vulnerable. This added support helps players maximize performance and minimize arm overuse injury risks.

ESSENTIAL SUPPORT
ELBOW & SHOULDER

Dual joint support for both the elbow and shoulder is essential for basketball players because these joints work together to execute almost every arm movement on the court, from shooting and passing to rebounding and blocking shots. The shoulder is responsible for generating power and range of motion, while the elbow helps control precision and stability. When both joints are supported together, it ensures better coordination between the upper arm and the shoulder, preventing excessive strain on either joint. This integrated support helps reduce strain that can lead to common overuse injuries such as tendinitis, rotator cuff strains, and tennis elbow. By providing stabilization to both the shoulder and elbow, the Kinetic Arm helps players move efficiently, reducing stress and fatigue, so they can stay on the court longer and perform at their best without setbacks.

NOTHING Like It

Until now, no other product has provided unrestricted support to the elbow and shoulder that has proven to reduce dynamic arm stress.

Unlike traditional sleeves, braces, or athletic tape, the Kinetic Arm reinforces the elbow and shoulder providing activated support during high-stress phases of movements like shooting, passing, dribbling, blocking, and rebounding. This dual-activated support system promotes smoother arm actions and reduces dynamic stress, helping players perform more efficiently.

Intelligent Design
ACTIVATED SUPPORT

The Kinetic Arm K2 Sleeve features MuscleWeb® Technology, a flexible design utilizing a network of K-Tech polymers strategically placed to mimic natural anatomical attachments. This system externally reinforces the shoulder and elbow during high-stress, repetitive arm actions. By aligning with natural joint motion, it encourages efficient mechanics, disperses strain, and stabilizes the joints when they are in their weakest ranges. The K2 Sleeve provides dynamic support, reducing arm stress, optimizing performance, and minimizing injury risk, allowing basketball players to perform at their best while maintaining full range of motion.

Multi-Directional Supportive Design

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Front Shoulder Support

The MuscleWeb® technology in the Kinetic Arm K2 Sleeve uses embedded polymers to provide functional support to the shoulder, stabilizing the joint during dynamic basketball arm movements. This dynamic support helps offload stress from the musculoskeletal system, preventing the arm from lagging behind the trunk's rotation during fast, high-intensity actions like shooting, passing, and rebounding. By alleviating strain on key structures like the biceps tendon, labrum, and rotator cuff, the sleeve reduces the risk of common overuse injuries, offering essential protection during the repetitive, high-impact motions that basketball players perform throughout practice and games.

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Full Elbow Support

The MuscleWeb® technology in the Kinetic Arm K2 Sleeve uses embedded polymers to provide targeted support to the elbow, stabilizing the joint during dynamic basketball movements. This dynamic support helps to offload stress from the muscles and tendons, preventing excessive torque and strain on the elbow during high-stress actions like shooting, passing, and rebounding. By alleviating strain on the tendons and ligaments around the elbow, such as the common flexor and extensor tendons, the sleeve helps reduce the risk of overuse injuries like tennis elbow (epicondylitis) and tendinitis. This protection allows basketball players to perform at their best while minimizing pain and risk of injury.

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BACK SHOULDER Support

The Kinetic Arm K2 Sleeve provides essential posterior shoulder support by stabilizing the rotator cuff and scapular muscles during dynamic arm movements in basketball. Using the MuscleWeb® technology, strategically embedded polymers reinforce the back of the shoulder, particularly during high-stress actions like shooting, rebounding, and passing. This external support reduces strain on the rotator cuff and scapular muscles, especially during the deceleration phase of arm motions, helping to absorb stress and minimize the risk of overuse injuries such as rotator cuff strains and posterior shoulder impingement. This allows for safer, more controlled arm movements, enabling basketball players to perform at their best while reducing fatigue and injury risk.

PUT IT TO THE TEST

EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF DYNAMIC ARM SUPPORT

DATA & RESEARCH
TESTED & PROVEN

With over 10 years of research and testing, the Kinetic Arm dynamic arm stabilizers are backed by data and published research demonstrating their effectiveness in offloading dynamic arm stress. All studies have undergone validation by research and medical professionals.

RECOMMENDED BY MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS

★★★★★

"Kinetic Arm has been instrumental in my rehab protocol for Ulnar Collateral Ligament reconstructions. We have also had great success in unloading our pitchers. It's a new frontier."

Dr. Rick Lehman
MD, Orthopedic Surgeon and Medical Director of Webster Surgery Center and the U.S. Center for Sports Medicine
★★★★★

"The Kinetic Arm definitely shows promising uses for not only rehab professionals but also for performance coaches. I foresee that this prototype can usher in a new era of health and performance for throwing athletes."

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Dr. Ryan Balmes
Board Certified clinical specialist in orthopedics and sports physical therapy.
★★★★★

"The data shows that the Kinetic Arm could definitely have an impact in reducing throwing overuse injuries."

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Dr. Lawrence Lemak
Co-Founder of American Sports Medicine Institute & The National Center for Sports Safety
★★★★★

"I have been a Physical Therapist for over 20 years. I worked with a shoulder specialist, have been OCS certified since 2010, am a Champion Performance Specialist, and am a Certified Arm Care Specialist.  More importantly, I am a father whose son plays high school and travel baseball. My son had an arm issue.  We have used the kinetic arm essentially for every throw he has made for the last 2 years. It has been a game changer for my son and essentially all my patients in the last 2 years that have had arm issues."

Dr. Shannon Loy
PT, MPT, OCS Clinical Director Advance Rehabilitation
★★★★★

"The Kinetic arm has been a game changer in my care plans for players returning from surgery or injury along with the athletes who are experiencing medial elbow discomfort with valgus stress or shoulder problems. I highly recommend this product!"

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Dr. Alex Beebe
PT, DPT, OCS, CSVS, CMT
★★★★★

"I knew this was a must for many throwing athletes struggling with anything from labrum/rotator cuff injuries to UCL strains. I have now used it with a variety of my athletes and have seen it reduce pain with throwing from a 7/10 to a 0/10 by just simply putting it on. The Kinetic Arms' ability to offload stress while allowing proper biomechanics and full ROM, the process can be streamlined with better outcomes. Highly recommend 10/10!"

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Dr. Nathan Teter
PT, DPT & Owner of Apex PT
★★★★★

"The Kinetic Arm by all means can be considered a potential and literal game changer for the overhead athlete. The Kinetic Arm has the capacity to reduce harmful stress on the elbow and its non contractile structures, while at the same time allowing for sustained duration and intensity for practices sessions with overhead athletes. The applicability of this product may extend to various sports including baseball, football, tennis, and track and field athletes to ensure the long term health of my overhead athletic patient or client."

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Dr. Tyler Wallace
PT, DPT, CSCS
★★★★★

"Not only does the data show a decrease in elbow torque, the Kinetic Arm has the potential to be a great tool for performance and rehabilitation for throwing athletes. After testing it myself and with a few of our golfers, it helped alleviate elbow torque and stress off the trail arm. I'm excited to see the growth of the Kinetic Arm in multiple sports."

Dr. Edward Kim
 PT, MTC, TPI0-M3 
★★★★★

"Clinicians that recommend using the Kinetic Arm will get their athletes back into play sooner and reduce the risk of re-injury. I highly recommend using this as an easy solution for injury prevention."

Dr. Jason Weeks
DC, owner of Marietta Physical Rehab and Team Physician of X3 Sports

PLAYER BENEFITS

Reduce Arm stress

The Kinetic Arm helps reduce arm stress for basketball players by providing dynamic support to both the elbow and shoulder without restricting natural movement. Using its multi-patented MuscleWeb® Design, the K2 Sleeve reinforces key muscles, ligaments, and joints, stabilizing the arm during high-intensity actions like shooting, passing, and rebounding. This support helps to offload dynamic stress, reducing strain on the shoulder and elbow, which can otherwise lead to fatigue, pain, and overuse injuries.

Optimized Performance

The Kinetic Arm optimizes performance for basketball players by helping to optimize arm mechanics by promoting safer, more efficient movement patterns. While allowing full range of motion, it helps guide smoother and more controlled arm movements, reinforcing proper motion paths. This also helps reduces strain and compensatory movements, allowing players to maintain and improve accuracy, consistency, and overall performance during high-intensity actions on the court.

Recovery & Prevention

Wearing the Kinetic Arm helps basketball players recover faster by reducing fatigue and stress on the elbow and shoulder after high-intensity movements like shooting, passing, dribbling, and rebounding. By providing targeted support to these joints, the sleeve helps minimize strain and prevents overuse, allowing muscles and tendons to recover more effectively. This proactive dynamic support helps reduce soreness and the risk of injury, helping players get back on the court quicker and perform at their best during both practice and games.

FUTURE OF ARM CARE

GAME CHANGING ARM SUPPORT

WORN IN
PRACTICE & GAME

The Kinetic Arm K2 Sleeve is engineered for both practice and game use, offering versatile support for athletes across a wide range of sports, including basketball, football, baseball, tennis, and more. Its sleek, low-profile design wraps comfortably around the elbow and shoulder, providing essential support without limiting movement. Made from lightweight, breathable fabric, it allows players to move freely and naturally, ensuring optimal performance. Worn by athletes from youth to professional levels, the K2 Sleeve has become an indispensable part of training and game-day routines, trusted by top-tier players and medical professionals alike. For players looking to protect, optimize performance, recover faster, and stay pain-free, the K2 Sleeve helps them maintain peak performance while minimizing risks and preventing setbacks.

CHOOSE YOUR STABILIZER

K2 BioKinetic® Adult Sleeve

Adult sizes are based on height and weight.

Products do not follow standard sizing. Please refer to sizing chart before ordering.

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K2 BioKinetic® YOUTH SLEEVE

Youth sizes are based on height and weight.

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FAQs

The Kinetic Arm features a multi-patented MuscleWeb® design that mimics natural anatomical functions, providing reinforcement to muscles, ligaments, and joints for safer motion and reduced arm stress. This innovative technology uses strategically placed polymers to deliver targeted, multi-directional support to the elbow and shoulder, stabilizing joints during dynamic movements. The flexible web design offers activated support in vulnerable positions, offloading strain from critical areas while promoting optimal movement mechanics. This external reinforcement minimizes the risk of fatigue, pain, and overuse injuries, allowing athletes to maintain full range of motion and alleviate stress during repetitive arm actions.

The Kinetic Arm stands apart from traditional arm braces or sleeves with its innovative, multi-patented MuscleWeb® technology. Unlike conventional arm supports that typically support only one joint (either the elbow or shoulder) and often restrict or limit movement, the Kinetic Arm provides dynamic, multi-directional support to both the elbow and shoulder simultaneously, without limiting range of motion.

This external web of support is designed to optimize mechanics, reduce arm stress, and minimize the risk of fatigue, pain, and injury. It is the only arm support scientifically proven to offload dynamic arm stress, allowing athletes and active individuals to perform at their best while reducing the risk of overuse injuries.

The Kinetic Arm helps basketball players by providing dynamic support to both the elbow and shoulder, which are crucial joints during movements like shooting, passing, and rebounding. Its multi-patented MuscleWeb® technology delivers targeted stabilization, reducing arm stress and preventing overuse injuries that can arise from repetitive motions. This support minimizes fatigue, helping players maintain peak performance throughout practices and games. The Kinetic Arm also aids in optimizing mechanics, allowing for more efficient, pain-free movements. Whether used to prevent injury or aid in recovery, the Kinetic Arm helps basketball players stay active, perform at their best, and reduce the risk of joint strain and fatigue.

No, the Kinetic Arm is not restrictive. It is designed to provide full range of motion while delivering responsive support to the elbow and shoulder. Its flexible, dynamic design ensures you can move freely during any activity, without compromising performance or comfort.

(If any restriction is felt, simply shift the chest part of the sleeve an inch or two towards the dominant arm or loosen the strap).

Yes, the Kinetic Arm can be worn during both practice and games in basketball. It has a slim profile, making it easy to wear under a jersey without restricting movement. For professional leagues, it may be required to wear a colored sleeve over the Kinetic Arm to match the team's uniform, as regulations vary between leagues.

The Kinetic Arm can be worn during both practice and games in basketball to help reduce arm stress and support performance. For optimal results, consider wearing the sleeve during high-intensity activities, such as games and intense training sessions, as well as during recovery sessions. Many athletes also choose to wear the Kinetic Arm on rest days or lighter training days to continue supporting arm health without compromising mobility. The frequency of use may depend on individual needs, comfort, and training intensity, so it's best to consult with a coach or sports professional for personalized recommendations based on your activity level and goals.

No, the Kinetic Arm is not just for recovery and pain management. It is designed to be worn during both high-intensity basketball activities and recovery sessions to support the elbow and shoulder joints. While it helps manage arm stress and promote recovery, it also serves as a preventive tool to reduce the risk of injury during practices, games, and training. By providing dynamic support, the Kinetic Arm helps optimize performance, stabilize the joints, minimize fatigue, and prevent overuse injuries. Basketball players can wear it during intense gameplay or practice to maintain peak performance and use it during recovery to support healing and reduce the risk of future injuries.

Size recommendations are based on height and weight, with additional measurement guidelines available on the shop page.

Extension body/chest straps are also available on the shop page. If you need a larger strap just order one size up from the size sleeve you ordered.

If you need help with sizing, please contact us and we will be happy to make a size recommendation.  sales@thekineticarm.com.


We now offer a 30-day return policy for size exchanges and returns for refunds.

Gently-Used Gear: These items are discounted because they were used as demos for events or returned/exchanged within the 30-day return period. They may show minor aesthetic imperfections from light usage, but this does not affect their functionality. By purchasing gently used gear, you acknowledge that these products may have signs of wear and are not eligible for returns. Customers are responsible for ensuring the correct size by referring to our sizing chart and measurement guidelines before making a purchase.

Final Sale Items: Products marked as significantly discounted or clearance, sold as final sale, are not eligible for returns or refunds.

For more details, please refer to our Shipping & Return Policies.