The third reason people might use a knee brace is to manage chronic conditions like arthritis, by helping to reduce pain and inflammation. These braces need to be comfortable to wear for long periods and also flexible enough to not unduly restrict movement, while being more supportive than a basic sleeve support. What type of knee support should I buy?

We have a range of knee supports that are suitable for a range of sports and exercises. Use them for everything from football (soccer) to rugby, running, martial arts, basketball and netball. These braces are suitable for all knee ligament injuries and meniscus tears. So be sure to take a look at our Sports Knee Supports to find the right support for you. Or, you might be looking for a product that can help you with the prevention and rehabilitation of ACL and other knee ligament injuries. Then look no further than our range of Hinged Knee Braces. Knee Straps The material a knee brace is made from needs to be lightweight and comfortable to wear for long periods without getting hot or sweaty. The fabric should also be compressive and easy to clean if you’re going to wear it for long periods. Simple elastic knee supports offer the lowest level of support. They are often a simple elastic compression sleeve. Although the support level is lowest they are ideal immediately after a joint injury where cold therapy and compression is the priority.

However, due to the wide range of braces and supports available FIFA cannot apply a blanket rule, meaning the decision of whether a brace is suitable is down to each individual referee. Treat or prevent moderate to severe ACL instabilities, recovery from ACL reconstructions, and hyperextension prevention Jamie Redknapp was part of a group of players at Liverpool known as the Spice Boys (alongside Collymore, Fowler, McManaman, and McAteer). During his long career at Anfield (1991-2002) he made a total of 237 appearances and scored 30 goals. In 2000, at the age of 27, a persistent injury in Redknapp’s knee began to hinder his career. He was left out of England’s Euro 2000 campaign, and went to the United States for surgery. Despite receiving the required surgery, he was never able to return to the game at the same level. After short stints at Tottenham and Southampton, he was forced retired at the age of 32. Football is such a high-adrenaline sport and as an athlete, you sure need the protection knee braces offer. With this review, we hope that we have somehow shed some light about the knee braces that you should consider. Knee braces with stabilisers can help with arthritis pain in the knee joint. They can work to provide stability whilst reducing stiffness and enabling daily activities. For Knee Pain Relief

Football requires you to do big movements and you need a knee brace that will be able to keep you very comfortable while playing. So, when choosing the top knee brace for football players, make sure that it also features anti-slip technology. Features It’s also important to get the right size of knee brace. Most will have a sizing guide, so grab a tape measure and make sure you get a snug, but not uncomfortable, fit. If your foot goes numb, it’s too snug. Some knee supports have adjustable velcro straps, but compression sleeves tend not to be adjustable. Our Verdict:With a clever design that's both supportive and discreet, the Ultimate Performance Support Straptakes our spot for the best all-round knee support for football. Giving your knees plenty of room to breathe and move freely, this innovative brace provides support for multiple conditions, and never disrupts your stride. Ultimate Performance also have a range of more technical knee supports made from elastic. Neoprene knee supports Hinged knee braces offer the highest level of support. They have solid metal supports down the sides which are hinged at the knee joint to allow movement. Whilst they give the greatest support, they are a little more restrictive than stabilised knee supports or simple elastic/neoprene knee sleeves.If you have swelling in your knee, are unable to fully straighten your leg, or find that pain in the area doesn’t go away or even gets worse during exercise, you should definitely consult an expert. Even if your pain is mild and you find that using a support alleviates it, you should avoid using a brace for long periods, because you could be masking a problem in your body that could be fixed through other exercises so that you don’t have to rely on a brace.