Ultimate Guide to Knee Braces

Choosing the Best One for Your Needs

Suffering from knee pain or recently having knee surgery? A knee brace can help. It can provide support, stability, and protection for your knee joint. They come in a variety of styles, including knee holders, knee sleeves, and patella support.

In this article, we'll explore the different types available and help you choose the best one for your needs.

Types of Knee Braces

Knee Sleeves with Patella Support

Knee sleeves with patella support are designed to provide compression to the knee joint while also supporting the patella (kneecap). These are typically made of lightweight materials and are a good option for individuals with mild to moderate knee pain.

Knee Brace with Stabilizer

Braces with stabilizers feature metal or plastic supports on either side of the knee joint to provide additional support and stability. These are typically recommended for individuals with moderate to severe knee pain or those recovering from knee surgery.

Knee Brace with Patella Support and Metal Brace

A knee brace with patella support and metal brace is similar to a support with a stabilizer, but with added support for the patella. These are a good option for individuals with patellar tracking issues or kneecap instability.

Knee Brace for Lateral Support

A knee brace for lateral support is designed to provide support to the sides of the knee joint. These are typically recommended for individuals with lateral ligament injuries or medial meniscus tears.

Patellar Restraining Brace

A patellar restraining brace is designed to limit the movement of the patella (kneecap) and is typically recommended for individuals with patellar instability or dislocation.

Knee Brace to Help Straighten Knee

Support to help straighten the knee is typically recommended for individuals with knee hyperextension. These feature metal or plastic supports on the sides of the knee joint to prevent the knee from bending backward.

Patellar Sleeve Brace

A patellar sleeve brace is a lightweight knee brace that provides compression to the knee joint and support to the patella. These are a good option for individuals with mild to moderate knee pain or patellar tracking issues.

Knee Brace with Patella Support and Stabilizer

Patella support with stabilizer is designed to provide compression, support, and stability to the knee joint. These are typically recommended for individuals with moderate to severe knee pain or those recovering from knee surgery.

Non-Neoprene Knee Brace

A non-neoprene knee brace is designed for individuals who may be allergic to neoprene, a common material used in knee support. These are typically made from lightweight and breathable materials, such as nylon or polyester.

Knee Brace for Patella Support

A knee brace for patella support is designed to provide compression and support to the knee joint while also supporting the patella. These knee braces are typically made of lightweight and breathable materials and are a good option for individuals with mild to moderate knee pain or patellar tracking issues.

Metal Brace for Knee

A metal brace for the knee is designed to provide additional support and stability to the knee joint. These typically feature metal or plastic supports on the sides of the knee joint and are a good option for individuals with moderate to severe knee pain or those recovering from knee surgery. 

Knee braces can be custom made or ready made. At Halo Healthcare we offer a wide selection of ready made knee braces. Our most popular brands are Ossur, Ortho Active and Donjoy.

Halo Healthcare offers a wide range of knee braces in Canada and US so you can decide which one is best for you.