How Can a Knee Brace Help Me?
Knee bracing can play an important role in reducing pain, improving stability, and supporting healing for a wide range of knee conditions. A knee brace may help you with the following:
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Acute knee injury
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Chronic knee pain or instability
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Added confidence to help prevent re-injury
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Not a surgical candidate
Types Of Knee Bracing
Custom Knee Bracing
Custom knee braces are designed specifically for your knee and leg shape when an non-custom knee brace does not fit. They are also typically recommended when a higher level of support, control, or durability is required.
Custom knee bracing may be appropriate for:
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Moderate to severe ligament injuries
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Advanced knee osteoarthritis
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Long-term or high-demand use
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Irregular leg shapes or sizing challenges
These braces are measured and fabricated to ensure optimal fit, comfort, and effectiveness, and are often used during daily activities, work, or sport.
Non-Custom Knee Bracing
Non-custom knee braces are pre-manufactured braces that come in standard sizes. When properly fitted, they can provide effective support for many common knee conditions.
Non-custom knee bracing may be appropriate for:
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Mild to moderate ligament support
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Patellar tracking or kneecap instability
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Swelling and inflammation
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Activity-related knee pain
These braces are typically quicker to dispense and can be an effective option when less intensive support is required.
Conditions That Knee Bracing Can Help
Ligament injuries
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Support injured ligaments by improving stability and limiting excessive movement during daily activities or sport. Common ligament injuries include:
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ACL
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MCL
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LCL
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PCL
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Cartilage damage
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Help reduce stress on the knee during movement. Common issues include:
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Medial meniscus tears
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Lateral meniscus tears
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Degenerative cartilage changes
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Knee osteoarthritis
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Help reduce pain from joint space compression with an unloader brace. Types include:
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Medial compartment
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Lateral compartment
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Tricompartmental
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Patellar (kneecap) instability
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Inflammation and swelling
Medical-grade compression sleeves help manage swelling, reduce irritation, and provide mild support during activity or recovery.