How to Avoid Knee Injuries when Skiing
Knee injuries can curtail your skiing holiday and lead to months of hassle. Expensive medical bills and months of rehabilitation are typical following a skiing injury. The risk of injury can be reduced by following a few simple steps, so read on if you want to avoid a knee injury when skiing.
Knee joint injuries account for around one third of all skiing injuries. The Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) of the knee has always been the most common knee injury during skiing, where an innocuous twist of the knee often leads to a minor MCL sprain.
There has been a dramatic rise in the number of knee ligament ruptures, particularly ruptures of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL). There are several reasons for the rise in ACL injuries during skiing. Diagnostic investigations, such as an MRI Scan, have meant that the ability to diagnose ACL injuries has improved.
Also, the technological advances in ski boots and bindings that have helped reduce ankle and shin injuries appear to have contributed to the increase in ACL injuries. The forces that had previously affected the ankle and shin are now dissipated to the knee joint, with the ACL commonly injured.
What can you do?
Use 'Multi mode' release bindings if possible. Rear release boots can significantly reduce the risk of ACL injury. Bindings should be professionally serviced and adjusted every year. Previous research has shown that non-adjusted or poorly adjusted bindings lead to a significant increase in knee ligament injuries.
Self-test your bindings every day. Self testing of bindings is simple. Step into the binding and then twist to the side to release the toe-piece under the control mechanism. The heel can be tested by stepping into the binding and leaning forward, to release the heel-piece. Both the toe and heel should be able to release if properly adjusted.
Knee braces can help to protect your knees. Knee braces provide around 30% more resistance to forces applied to the knee ligaments. They offer added support to previously injured knees and help prevent knee ligament injury.
How can knee braces help during skiing?
Modern knee braces have many design features that provide sophisticated protection for the knee. Our knee brace range features metal hinges and flexible steel struts that are designed to increase the support and stability for the knee joint. Our knee braces can be custom tightened using Velcro straps, which help to prevent unwanted movements that can cause pain in the knee.
Our most advanced knee braces feature a ‘Triaxial' hinge that helps to reproduce normal knee movement, making the brace feel as natural as possible during skiing activities. The latest generation of Mueller Hg80 knee braces don't just provide protection – they offer incredible comfort that allows you to forget that you are wearing it.
Which knee brace is suitable for you?
Features patented Tri-Axial Hinges that reproduce near-normal knee movement and a double Velcro strapping system. The Mueller Hg80 Hinged Knee Brace with Kevlar fits like a glove while providing unbeatable support for all knee ligaments. |
Superb sports and skiing hinged knee brace for ACL knee ligament injuries and cartilage tears. |
Ideal for moderate to severe ACL and/or PCL, MCL and LCL instabilities. |
The ULTIMATE ACL protection - ideal for ACL rehabilitation, sports use and skiing. |
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