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Green Drop
Green Drop Knee Compression Sleeve - Infused Support Brace
Green Drop understands the impact of muscle or joint soreness on your daily life, whether you're a professional athlete or someone with physically demanding tasks. That's why we've crafted products suitable for anyone from professional athletes to those...
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ProFlex
ProFlex X-Large Knee Sleeve, X-Large
Breathable, comfortable, durable and flexible for all-day wear, knee sleeve does not limit range of motion. It's made of perforated neoprene and spandex mesh. Slip it on to support your painful knee joint: It reduces pain by improving blood flow and...
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McKesson
McKesson Patella Support Knee Brace - Neoprene Stabilizing Brace
McKesson's patella support knee braces offer relief from mild-to-moderate ligament joint pain, sprains, strains, or patellar instabilities. The pull-on knee sleeve, constructed from durable neoprene, provides compression, comfort, and stability. In...
As low as $50.52 -
T Scope Premier Post-Op
T Scope Premier Post-Op Hinged Knee Brace - One Size
The Breg T Scope Premier Post-Op knee brace is indicated for ACL (anterior cruciate ligament), PCL (posterior cruciate ligament), MCL (medial collateral ligament), LCL (lateral collateral ligament) repairs/injuries; tibial plateau fractures;...
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Ossur
Ossur Rebound Knee Brace with Open Patella - Immobilized Knee Support
Ossur's Rebound universal knee immobilizer features a universal three-panel design that can be adjusted to accommodate most leg circumferences. It is indicated for emergency immobilization; pre and post-surgical knee immobilization; and traumatic knee...
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Ossur
Ossur Rebound Knee Brace, Mild to Moderate Knee Instabilities
Place this Ossur Rebound Left/Right Knee Brace on your sprained or strained left or right knee. Using the brace's reversible strapping, you can set it up to pull laterally-to-medially, medially-to-laterally or a combination of both to meet your specific...
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McKesson
McKesson Hinged Knee Brace - Waterproof Wraparound Knee Support
Equipped with bilateral hinges that provide added support and stability Designed for mild MCL and/or LCL sprains, mild arthritis, post arthroscopic meniscetomy, and mild global instabilities Ideal for everyday activities and can be used in saltwater or...
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McKesson
McKesson Knee Immobilizer, Wraparound Design Knee Support
Ideal orthopedic solution for immobilization of the knee joint.Adjustable medial/lateral stays and rigid posterior stay provide stability Dual contoured, I-beam posterior stays and moveable medial/lateral double stay casings for correct fit Elastic...
As low as $32.15 -
McKesson
McKesson Immobilizer Knee Brace, Breathable Foam Knee Support
Ideal orthopedic solution for immobilization of the knee joint.Adjustable medial/lateral stays and rigid posterior stay provide stability Dual contoured, I-beam posterior stays and moveable medial/lateral double stay casings for correct fit Elastic...
As low as $24.54
Knee Braces
Knee Braces
Knee braces serve a variety of purposes. They are sometimes part of the treatment plan for those recovering from surgery, such as an ACL repair. In addition, a knee brace may be helpful if you have osteoarthritis of the knee. It can also prevent an injury or re-injury. The brace you choose depends on the knee issue you’re experiencing and how much support is necessary to protect the joint.How Much Support Do You Need?
Different knee braces offer varying levels of support — from soft-knee sleeves offering light protection and the full range of motion to rigid, hinged knee braces that provide maximum support and limited movement. Labels on the product define the level of support they provide, such as:- Light support (level 1 support) such as a compression sleeve is appropriate for general pain relief. This level of support allows you to remain fully active and doesn’t restrict the knee’s range of motion.
- Moderate support (level 2) provides more protection and stability but limits movement. This level of support is often beneficial for problems such as tendonitis or ligament instability.
- Maximum support (level 3) is a rigid or semi-rigid brace. Knee support braces in this category strictly limit the motion of the knee (with hinged braces) and may even immobilize it completely. This level is often part of a post-surgical plan or used for major joint instability.
Types of Knee Braces
There are four broad categories of knee support products.- Knee sleeves are a type of compression knee brace. They are easy to put on, low profile, and worn beneath your clothes. Knee sleeves redistribute the weight-bearing load and are beneficial for arthritic knees and chronic knee pain. Because they allow a free range of motion, they’re probably the best knee braces for running.
- Wraparound braces provide moderate support and help relieve mild-to-moderate pain. They also provide stability in cases of patellar (kneecap) dislocation or instability. As the name suggests, they wrap around the knee and close with straps. They are easy to put on but are bulkier than compression sleeves.
- Hinged Braces may be soft or rigid, providing moderate (soft hinged brace) to maximum (rigid hinged brace) support. Hinged knee braces hold the knee in proper alignment and strictly limit the amount of movement possible. They are for after knee surgery or when recovering from a ligament injury.
- Knee bands or straps are a type of brace that provides support and pain relief for conditions such as the runner’s knee and jumper’s knee by putting pressure on the tendon, which holds the kneecap in place. They are like elbow straps for tennis elbow and fasten around the calf directly below the kneecap.
Open or closed patella
Knee sleeves, wraparound braces, and hinged braces also have the option for either an open patella — a hole in the center of the brace, over the kneecap — or a closed patella. Open patella braces provide more kneecap support and relieve pressure on the kneecap, while closed patella braces provide consistent pressure across the whole knee.If you’re unsure which version of the knee brace is appropriate for you, talk to your doctor or orthopedist.