NUBS Thumb Protectors for Sax, Oboe, Clarinet and Woodwind, Padded Thumb Sleeve Rest Cushion with Added Compression - Protection From Painful Bruising and Blisters (Medium)

I purchased the Nubs thumb protector because lately, I've experienced irritation and pain from the pressure of my horns. I play soprano, alto, and tenor saxophones. The combined effect of the weight of the heavier horns along with the angle necessary to hold the soprano causes friction as well as pressure while playing. It's distracting and the Nubs thumb protector eliminated the rubbing and cushioned my thumb such that my focus is on playing and not so much on preventing pain while doing so! I love the product and it performs up to expectations. I think anyone who performs often will benefit from this product. The fit was fine and I like the compression effect. The medium works well for me and as stated in the accompanying literature, the fit becomes more comfortable with time. I appreciate the initial snugness because the fabric will slowly stretch over time. Again, the Nubs thumb protector is well worth the price as it provides peace in the form of pain protection!

I am pleased with my Nubs. I recommend that you do not get a size to small. I got a large and it is comfortable on my male thumb even though the chart said to get a medium. Also, I would like to see these in different bright colors. Black is easy to loose. My students would love these in bright colors or with designs.

I was happily surprised to see this thumb protector on Amazon. Being an adult, who Is taking clarinet lessons, I am practicing far more than when I played as a child and I started feeling a callus form on the side of thumb.I started using this protector for about a week and it helps to prevent the rubbing and pressure of the clarinet weight on my thumb.Two protectors are in a package. I measured my thumb as instructed and ordered a large size which fits perfectly. If anything to improve is to double stitch the edging which has loosen a little (but has not unraveled) to ensure they hold up a long time.Overall, I am happy that I found this thumb protector!

Worked a little. Kind of numbs the thumb. Kept sliding off.

Got.size small for a kids size. Fits perfect great padding

I love this thumb protector for my alto clarinet! My thumb was in pain and developing a callous along the nail from my alto clarinet thumb rest. And at the end of a rehearsal or concert my thumb would be deeply indented. Oh woe!! Something had to be done! I found these and my thumb is pretty sure it has died and gone to heaven where pain and tears are no more!I can now play a two-hour rehearsal and my thumb is fine.Also, when I double on bass clarinet, the Nubs does not interfere with that at all.I measured at 23mm and ordered a medium. It is very comfortable.I highly recommend these for any woodwind where the thumb rest is causing problems.

Must have if you play a sax or clarinet.L Reed

I only thought I was getting one but I received TWO in the pack which was great. I started playing oboe again after a 20+ year break and my achy hands have been my greatest challenge. This thumb protector helps so much. It's comfy, easy to put on and protects my thumb and nail. I wish we had these 20 years ago.