Knee Supports & Knee Braces

Knee supports and braces are used following knee surgery and during knee rehabilitation and can help to provide knee stability and knee support following knee injuries such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture, torn knee cartilage, sprained medial knee ligament, posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) rupture, patella tendonitis, knee arthritis and runners knee. Arthritis knee braces such as the Donjoy Arthritis Knee Brace (extra lite) can relieve knee pain due to osteoarthritis by improving the biomechanics of the knee joint and taking stress off the area of the knee joint that is affected by arthritis. This can improve knee function and delay the need for knee replacement surgery.

Sports knee braces such as the Donjoy Drytex Playmaker and the Mueller Hg80 Hinged knee brace with Kevlar are suitable for all knee ligament injuries and meniscus tears. Both lightweight knee braces ensure support and reassurance by providing external stability for the knee joint. The Donjoy Drytex Playmaker has a patented polycentric hinge that reproduces normal knee movement and provides extra support for the ACL during sports activities, especially skiing. The Mueller Hg80 knee braces are made from Hydracinn which is a moisture wicking fabric that allows ventilation within the knee brace. This improves comfort, making the Mueller Hg80 knee brace range ideal for prolonged use where comfort is important, such as skiing and snowboarding.

PhysioRoom.com also has a range of sports knee braces suitable for soccer (football), rugby, running, martial arts, basketball and netball. These include the leading sports medicine brands Donjoy, Vulkan, Cho Pat and Mueller. Cho Pat produce the specialist runner.s knee strap and patella tendon strap which is useful for the treatment of patella tendonitis.