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There are 3 kinds of braces: Post-operative, functional and preventative/prophylactic knee braces.

Post-op braces are generally prescribed following surgery or an injury when the knee needs complete immobilization. These braces are usually long braces that may extend from the higher thigh to the lower leg. After surgery or severe knee injury, mild to moderate pain and edema of the knee occurs. Your GP may prescribe a knee immobilizer which forestalls the knee from bending.

Hinged knee braces typically offer greather support and stability than elastic or neoprene braces alone. Buy hinged knee braces here.

These braces can immobilize the knee and then permit controlled increases in range-of-motion as the knee heals and the patient begins physical therapy.

There is no squabble with these types of braces, as they have proven effective and efficient as an alternative to cast immobilization.

Functional braces are hinged supports that support and take over the function of damaged knee ligaments in and round the knee. These braces can be fabric style with hinges, or complete metal frames or carbon fiber. These braces are designed to give protection to the MCL ( Medial Collateral Ligaments), LCL ( Lateral Collateral Ligament ), Meniscus, ACL ( Anterior Cruciate Ligament ) and PCL (Posterior Cruciate Ligament). You could have spotted some professional soccer players using these sorts of braces.

Prophylactic or preventive braces are supports that are used by some sportsmen that don't have an injury, but like to wear a brace to stop injury, particularly in high impact and contact sports like football, rugby, skiing and water sports.

Some doctors are also nervous about weakness in the knee joint from prolonged use of knee braces.

Many doctors however feel that given the right circumstances, these braces, when used correctly, can provide a level of protection for athletes, especially in high impact sports. Some patients with inherited unstable knees can get benefits from this type of brace.

It is significant that you talk to your consultant and therapist before selecting a knee brace. There are loads of makers and thousands of knee braces to select from, so it can be extraordinarily confusing.

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