Where can I find the regulation about wearing a knee sleeve or strap during PT (not the APFT)?

SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 28 Aug 2017 09:00:31 -0400

I looked in AR 40-501 and AR 670-1 about wearing a knee sleeve or a knee strap during pt no the apft.

Where else can I look?

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 28 at 2017 9:12 AM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 28 Aug 2017 09:12:33 -0400

I am going by memory here, but if I recall correctly AR 670-1 (maybe it is in the pam now) stated that it had to be medically prescribed and black in color.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 28 at 2017 11:18 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 28 Aug 2017 11:18:20 -0400

The only thing I could find pertaining to the use of sleeves, braces, or straps, was in FM 7-22, where it talks about them not being allowed during the APFT, unless medically prescribed.

That being said, it comes down to Commander's discretion of whether they allow you to be in violation of the APFU uniform policy during regular PRT. I say "be in violation", because Para 10-7, DA PAM 670-1 (and the others below it) define the parameters of the APFU, accessories, and what the Commander's can authorize.

If you have an injury that requires you to use a Knee Sleeve to perform certain movements, then the correct course of action is to acquire a proper medical profile, and attend physical therapy to heal; you can ask the profile issuing medical personnel to add in the usage of the knee sleeve or straps, etc. I don't know if you are asking for yourself, on behalf of someone else, or are the NCO trying to correct another Soldier, but trust me, the Army does NOT care that the injured Soldier tried to "tough it out." They should do themselves a favor and take care of their careers, by getting proper medical attention before they get run into the ground and that nagging injury becomes permanent.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 28 at 2017 2:11 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 28 Aug 2017 14:11:08 -0400

7-22 is the PT manual, it's in there.

Tl;Dr version is, you need a profile- or a Commander/NCOIC willing to overlook it.

Response by SGM Erik Marquez made Aug 28 at 2017 2:24 PM

SGM Erik Marquez — Mon, 28 Aug 2017 14:24:27 -0400

SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member Where can I find the regulation about wearing a knee sleeve or strap during PT (not the APFT)?"
Your not going to find it, it is not a regulation or FM covered item other than for APFT. That makes it open to decision by any leader, for you..SSG and up.
If this is a "you cannot wear it issue" simple enough, have the Sm go see the unit provider, ask if it is appropriate to wear based on conditions and stated symptoms. Take that back to the leader who is taking issue with the wearing of the brace and ASK how they would like you to handle wearing the brace..
Give them options to say yes to.
PA said it was a good idea for my issues..
I wont wear it other then directly before formation and during PT, never en route to the unit or home.
I can get them in black or blue.. which color do you prefer I wear?

EDIT: Caveat, it could be argued that DA PAM 670-1 does states what comprises the full APFU, and as the knee brace is not on that list of uniform items it can not be worn.
I would disagree with such an assertion, but if the individual out ranked me, Id have to find a senior person to decide otherwise or get a medical approval.

The APFU stated uniform does not say you are "allowed" to wear mole skin protecting a blister area, but what commander would say its not on the uniform component list, so no you can not wear it.
I view a knee brace as the same thing.

Response by SPC Aaron Wallen made Oct 4 at 2017 11:03 AM

SPC Aaron Wallen — Wed, 04 Oct 2017 11:03:35 -0400

from what I remember they are authorized if they are give in to you or told by your tlc doc and have it in writing that you should where one

Response by SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 25 at 2019 8:39 AM

SSG(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 08:39:05 -0500

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Response by 1SG Ernest Stull made Feb 13 at 2021 8:42 AM

1SG Ernest Stull — Sat, 13 Feb 2021 08:42:53 -0500

A profile from your doctor stating you can wear it.