Support your active lifestyle with 3M Science

FUTURO™ ready-to-use braces and supports put science to work for you to provide the comfort, fit and compression you need to get the most out of each motion. Here’s how they do it!

Warmth

The warmth created by the special texture and fit of FUTURO™ Braces and Supports promotes microcirculation within the small vessels in the areas that need healing. This increases metabolic activity in the warmer areas so that more oxygen and nutrients can reach the tissue and support the healing process.
Compression

The compression that FUTURO™ products exert, both on the joint and the underlying soft tissue, help provide support.
Proprioception

FUTURO™ Braces and Supports use continuous, gentle pressure to stimulate special receptors (proprioceptors) in the skin and tissue. This invigorating process can improve your body’s biomechanics and coordination of muscles.
Proven by consumers

FUTURO™ Braces and Supports are supported by an expert panel of engineers and medical professionals. These products have been demonstrating their beneficial effects in the prevention and relief of joint pain for over 70 years with patients all over the world. Now it’s your turn to experience the science behind FUTURO™ products.

FUTURO™ Braces and Supports — Technical Features and Benefits

To effectively provide you with warmth, compression, and proprioception, each FUTURO™ product range has unique and advanced features developed by 3M Science.

Custom Fit
Comfort
Ultra Performance
Deluxe
Sport
Performance Comfort
Night Range
For Her
Compression Basics
Compression Sleeves
All Day

Using advanced design and engineered materials to ensure proper fit and comfort

Elastics
Breathable, dual-stretch elastic knit material for all-day comfort

Cotton/polyester/nylon blend — stretch from spandex

Lightweight, breathable and ideal for extended wear

Contour fit for comfortable support and durability
Neoprene Blend
70% styrene butadiene rubber and 30% chloroprene (neoprene)

Offer compression, heat retention and support

Chosen for strength and durability, more power for compression

Ideal for wearing short periods of time
Foam Laminates
Treated for odour resistance

Ideal for wearing longer periods of time

Stretch, power and durability similar to neoprene

Medium-to high-density polyurethane foam (alternative to neoprene) provides enhanced breathability to neoprene

Precision-fit laminate includes breathable foam with mesh and fleece lining that transfers moisture away from skin
Spacer Fabrics
Treated for odour resistance

3D fabric allows moisture and air to pass through easily

Used for breathability when application doesn’t require as much stretch or power

Hinges
Allow mobility in a single plane

Common in knee braces to help stabilise ligaments and prevent sprains and knee hyperextension
Custom Dial
Designed to provide a custom fit

Apply targeted pressure on the affected area
Stays
Increase rigidity of underlying material to provide stability while still allowing some flexibility

Commonly used in knee and back braces
Splints
Commonly used in wrist braces

Limit joint mobility — helps prevent unwanted motion and reduce the risk of further injury
Gel/Foam Cushions
Provide targeted compression, comfort and improve fit
Fastening Systems
Hook-and-loop fasteners allow for an adjustable and customisable fit

Feel Good and Look Good with FUTURO™ Products

FUTURO™ Braces and Supports are powered by 3M Science to help you live life without disruption. Click on the button to explore our wide range of pain prevention and relief products.