REVOLUTIONARY SUPPORT
The Kinetic Arm is the world’s first and only dynamic arm stabilizer designed to provide unrestricted, activated support to both the elbow and shoulder. This revolutionary sleeve helps optimize throwing and swinging mechanics and has been scientifically proven to reduce dynamic arm stress, which can lead to fatigue, pain, and overuse-related issues.
NOTHING LIKE IT
The Kinetic Arm is in a league of its own for softball players. Unlike anything else on the market, it provides dynamic, unrestricted support to both the elbow and shoulder, specifically designed for throwing, swinging, and hitting. With its multi-patented MuscleWeb® Technology, the Kinetic Arm actively reinforces muscles, ligaments, and joints, stabilizing them during intense arm movements. This cutting-edge design ensures full range of motion while reducing dynamic arm stress, optimizing mechanics, and safeguarding the arm.
SOFTBALL PLAYERS
IMPRESSIVE SOLUTION
Softball players put constant stress on their arms with repetitive throwing and swinging, which can lead to strain and fatigue over time. The Kinetic Arm sleeve provides dynamic, unrestricted support, stabilizing the elbow and shoulder when stress is at its peak. Designed to reduce arm stress and optimize mechanics, it helps players train harder, recover faster, and compete at their best—all while protecting their most valuable asset: their arm.
The Kinetic Arm provides unrestricted dynamic stabilization for softball players, reinforcing the elbow and shoulder without limiting movement. Its multi-patented MuscleWeb® technology supports overhead throws, underhand pitching, and fastpitch motions by stabilizing the joints through every phase of movement. Unlike traditional arm braces or sleeves, it helps maintain proper mechanics while offloading stress from high-impact motions like throwing and pitching. By promoting joint alignment and reducing strain, the Kinetic Arm allows players to perform at their best with greater efficiency and confidence.
Softball players wear the Kinetic Arm in both practice and games to manage their workload, reduce arm strain, and maintain peak performance with less fatigue. In practice, it allows pitchers, catchers, and positional players to get more reps while minimizing excess stress, helping them build strength efficiently and recover faster. The Kinetic Arm K2 sleeve is game-legal, as it meets most sport regulations—being solid in color, non-distracting, and not made from neoprene—making it suitable for use on the field, mound, and in the batter's box. During games, it provides unrestricted support to both the elbow and shoulder, optimizing mechanics and reducing strain during throwing, swinging, and intense innings. Its slim profile ensures it fits easily under the uniform without restricting movement.
PROVIDES ESSENTIAL
Dual Joint Support
Dual joint support is essential for softball players because the shoulder and elbow work in tandem during dynamic movements like throwing and swinging. The Kinetic Arm offers simultaneous support to both joints, stabilizing them during high-stress phases to promote optimal mechanics and minimize strain on vulnerable areas. By reinforcing both the elbow and shoulder, it helps maintain proper alignment, allowing players to move more efficiently while reducing dynamic stress on the joints.
MuscleWeb® technology is a flexible, multi-patented design embedded in the Kinetic Arm, using K-Tech polymers to provide targeted support to the elbow and shoulder. Designed to move with the natural flow of the arm, it reinforces the joints, muscles, and ligaments during high-stress movements like throwing, pitching, and swinging. The polymers activate when the arm reaches vulnerable positions, providing supportive tension to stabilize the arm during these critical phases of motion. The system also features an adjustable, detachable chest strap for a customizable fit, ensuring optimal comfort and support for players of all ages.
DYNAMIC ARM SUPPORT
Front shoulder support
The Kinetic Arm features embedded polymers that overlay the front of the shoulder, delivering essential support to stabilize the joint and reduce stress during high-strain passive ranges. This innovative design helps prevent the arm from lagging behind as the trunk rotates during dynamic movements, offloading stress from the musculoskeletal system. By alleviating pressure on key areas like the biceps tendon and labrum, the Kinetic Arm provides crucial external support to protect the shoulder and reduce the risk of common overuse injuries, such as those to the biceps tendon, labrum, and rotator cuff.
FULL ELBOW SUPPORT
The Kinetic Arm features built-in polymers that strategically overlay the entire elbow, offering targeted support to both the medial and lateral sides during dynamic arm movements. These external polymers reinforce the joint, ligaments, and forearm muscles, providing essential stabilization, especially to the medial elbow during external rotation and the late cocking phases of throwing, swinging, hitting, and serving. By stabilizing the elbow in passive ranges—where stress is at its peak—this design helps reduce torque and dynamic strain, lowering the risk of overuse injuries such as medial epicondylitis, UCL injuries, and avulsion fractures.
BACK SHOULDER SUPPORT
Embedded polymers overlay the back of the shoulder, offering crucial dual-joint support and stabilization during both force generation and arm deceleration. Acting as an active constraint, this polymer web provides multi-directional support to muscles and ligaments during dynamic arm movements, reducing joint stress. Designed to allow a full range of motion, it reinforces the posterior shoulder by assisting in the eccentric control of the scapula and humerus. This helps offload stress, reduce distraction forces on the shoulder and elbow, and deliver external support as muscles elongate, ultimately enhancing overall arm stability.
The Kinetic Arm dynamic arm stabilizers are backed by 10 years of researching and testing, demonstrating their effectiveness in offloading dynamic arm stress. All studies have undergone scrutiny and have been validated by research and medical professionals.
Recommended by Medical Professionals
★★★★★"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."
Dr. Ryan Balmes![Testimonial Image of Dr. Ryan Balmes Physical Therapist]()
Board Certified clinical specialist in orthopedics and sports physical therapy.
★★★★★"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 & Medical Director of Webster Surgery Center and the U.S. Center for Sports Medicine
★★★★★"The data shows that the Kinetic Arm could definitely have an impact in reducing overuse injuries."
Dr. Lawrence Lemak![Testimonial Image of Dr. Lawrence Lemak Co-Founder of ASMI]()
Co-Founder of American Sports Medicine Institute & The National Center for Sports Safety
★★★★★"Excellent Product! I have searched high and low for good adjuncts to care to get my athletes back on the field as quickly and safely as possible and have finally found an awesome product to aid in injury prevention. The Kinetic arm has been a game changer in my care plans for players returning from surgery or injury. I highly recommend!"
Dr. Alex Beebe![Testimonial Image of Dr. Alex Beebe Physical Therapist]()
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 in physical therapy and have seen it reduce pain with throwing from a 7/10 to a 0/10 by just simply putting it on. Highly recommend 10/10!"
Dr. Nathan Teter![Testimonial Image of Dr. Nathan Teter Physical Therapist]()
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."
Tyler Wallace![Testimonial Image of Dr. Tyler Wallace Physical Therapist]()
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![Testimonial Image of Dr. Jason Weeks D.C.]()
DC, owner of Marietta Physical Rehab and Team Physician of X3 Sports
★★★★★"I have been a Physical Therapist for over 20 years - 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 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 Performance
Benefits for Softball Players
reduce arm stress
The Kinetic Arm brace reduces arm stress for softball players by providing dynamic support to both the elbow and shoulder without limiting mobility. This dual-joint support helps offload dynamic arm stress, allowing players to perform at their best while protecting against fatigue, pain, and common injuries seen in softball, such as shoulder tendinitis and elbow strain.
OPTIMIZE PERFORMANCE
The Kinetic Arm optimizes performance for softball players by promoting safer arm movement mechanics and stabilizing the arm in its weakest ranges. It reduces stress from repetitive motions, helping to prevent fatigue, pain, and injuries. By allowing players to perform more repetitions effectively, the Kinetic Arm enhances strength and power without overloading the arms. This enables softball players to focus on skill improvement while minimizing injury risks.
Protection & Recovery
The innovative design of the Kinetic Arm sleeve helps reduce dynamic arm stress, allowing athletes to recover more effectively between sessions. By maintaining optimal joint alignment and promoting proper movement mechanics, the Kinetic Arm minimizes the risk of overuse injuries commonly associated with softball, enabling players to stay on the field longer and perform at their best without the setbacks of pain or injury.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Size recommendations are based on height and weight, with additional guidelines available on the shop page and chat box. You can find our size recommendation on the product page. For help with sizing, contact us for a recommendation.
Extension chest straps are also available on the shop page or during checkout for larger chest sizes. If you need a chest strap, please order one size larger than the size of your Kinetic Arm sleeve.
The Kinetic Arm is designed to fit a wide range of body types, and we understand that sizing can vary. To ensure the best fit, please refer to the sizing chart for accurate measurement guidelines. The sleeve sizing does not follow standard clothing sizes, so it's important to take precise measurements to find the right fit.
For players with larger chest sizes, we offer a detachable chest strap that can help accommodate different chest sizes comfortably. Additionally, extension straps are available for purchase on our checkout and shop pages if extra length is needed. If you need extra room, simply order one size up from your sleeve size.
If you're unsure about sizing or need assistance, our team is here to help! Feel free to reach out to us at support@thekineticarm.com, and we'll be happy to guide you through the process.
The Kinetic Arm is not just for recovery or pain management—it’s designed to provide active support and stabilization for the elbow and shoulder during dynamic movements. It helps optimize performance by reducing arm stress, promoting safer motion patterns, and improving mechanics. Athletes use the Kinetic Arm as a proactive tool to manage arm stress and enhance performance during activities like throwing, swinging, or serving. It’s a versatile support system that can be worn during training, practice, and competition to help maintain arm health, by reducing fatigue, and supporting overall performance.
No, wearing the Kinetic Arm does not alter your throwing, swinging, or delivery. The sleeve is designed to provide dynamic support and stabilization to the elbow and shoulder without restricting movement. It allows for a full range of motion while helping to optimize mechanics and reduce arm stress. If you feel any restriction, simply adjust the fit or loosen the straps to ensure maximum comfort and freedom of movement. The Kinetic Arm works in harmony with your natural motions, providing support where needed without affecting performance.
The Kinetic Arm helps optimize mechanics by promoting safer ranges of motion, improving joint alignment and stabilization, and offloading dynamic arm stress.
Its embedded MuscleWeb® design provides a web of support to both the elbow and shoulder, reinforcing the arm and promoting efficient movement patterns without restriction.
When it comes to overhand throwing, repetitive arm motions can lead to fatigue, causing the arm to lag behind during body rotation. This can create excess stress on the elbow, impinge the shoulder, and increase strain on the labrum. The Kinetic Arm overlays the elbow and shoulder to reinforce and stabilize the arm, improving mechanics and helping to maintain safer ranges of motion during these high-stress movements.
Yes, the Kinetic Arm is worn either on the lead arm or trailing arm while hitting in softball. The K2 sleeve has a non restrictive and lightweight design that provides activated support to the elbow and shoulder without limiting your range of motion. This kinetic sleeve provides external support to offload stress from the arm, without interfering with swinging mechanics.
Yes, you can wear the Kinetic Arm in games. Its design is lightweight, flexible, and non-restrictive, allowing athletes to maintain full range of motion while providing dynamic support to the shoulder and elbow.
Different sports and leagues are at discretion of the sport.
With regards to softball from youth to professional levels, the Kinetic Arm has been worn in games to help safeguard arms.
FAST PITCH RULES: Sec. 8 Uniforms: B. Any exposed undergarment becomes part of the uniform and must be solid color. All exposed undershirts must be the same color. All exposed undershorts (sliders) must be the same color. No player may wear ragged, frayed or slit sleeves on exposed undershirts.
SECTION 6 - FOREIGN SUBSTANCE/PROTECTIVE WRAPS
B. A pitcher shall not wear any item on the pitching hand, wrist, forearm, elbow or thighs which may, in the umpire’s judgment, be distracting to the batter. Batting gloves shall not be worn on the pitching hand.
Yes, the Kinetic Arm is not only beneficial to pitchers and catchers, but to outfielder and infielders as well. All softball positions are susceptible to various arm injuries like shoulder strains, elbow issues, and general wear and tear due to repetitive motions.
Catchers especially endure long and physically demanding games, and their arms can fatigue over time. The Kinetic Arm gives targeted elbow and shoulder support while throwing, to help offload arm stress that can lead to pain, fatigue, and possible injury.
Wearing the Kinetic Arm increases overall arm stability and longevity without excessive fatigue so catchers can maintain better throwing mechanics resulting in more accurate and efficient throws, and more confidence behind the plate.
The Kinetic Arm is designed to be worn during softball training, practice, and games to help support performance and manage arm stress. For best results, it’s recommended to wear the sleeve during both high-intensity activities and recovery sessions. The frequency of use will vary based on individual needs and comfort levels. For tailored recommendations, consult with a coach or sports health professional who can assess your specific arm care needs, activity level, and goals.
No, the Kinetic Arm does not cause reliance or dependency. Athletes continue to develop strength and make necessary physical adaptations, as they still generate the force required for their movements. The Kinetic Arm provides external support during motion but does not assist in the movement itself. There have been no reports or evidence suggesting muscle atrophy with long-term use, as muscles remain actively engaged during activities like throwing, swinging, serving, or hitting. The Kinetic Arm is designed to offer activated support to the elbow and shoulder during peak stress in passive ranges, helping to reduce strain without disrupting natural mechanics. If concerned about dependency, you can use it strategically on heavier workload days or during recovery to support arm health.
No, the Kinetic Arm is not a performance enhancer but rather a protective device engineered to reduce dynamic arm stress on the shoulder and elbow. It does not alter skill, delivery, technique, strength, conditioning, or overall training. Instead, this stress-reduction sleeve helps safeguard the arm and prevent overuse injuries.
By promoting safer anatomical movement, the Kinetic Arm encourages cleaner mechanics and reduces stress during critical phases of dynamic motions like throwing, swinging, serving, and hitting. Its activated support engages when stress peaks in vulnerable passive ranges, providing targeted protection against strain and overuse while preserving natural motion and performance.
We offer a 30-day return policy for all size exchanges and return-for-refund requests. To initiate a return or exchange, please visit the footer of our website and click on "Return & Exchange Requests."
Items Not Eligible for Return or Refund:
Gently-Used Gear Collection: These items are discounted due to being used as demos at events or shows or returned within our 30-day return policy. They may show minor aesthetic imperfections from light usage but remain fully functional. By purchasing gently-used gear, you acknowledge that these items may have signs of wear and are not eligible for returns or refunds.
Final Sale Items: Products marked as clearance or significantly discounted and sold as final sale are not eligible for returns or refunds.
Please refer to our Return & Exchange Policiesfor more details.
