Archive for June 2nd, 2011
A knee injury may be obtained from a ruptured or torn ligament, tendon, or cartilage. Knee pain is one of the most prominent symptoms of a knee injury. A knee brace is often used to help support injured knees. There are different styles, colors and materials that are used for knee braces. Since the knees are hinged joints, a knee brace features a single or double hinge to allow for bending.
Some kinds of knee braces are designed to prevent injury, but their actual effectiveness is still being debated upon until today. The three main types of knee braces are arthritic, prophylactic, and functional. The most common type of knee brace being used is the functional knee brace. This is often used after an injury to support the joints and keep the knees from moving around too much. It is also used to lessen the pain caused by the injury. This type of knee brace allows the knees to function more smoothly after an injury.