Knee braces

Welcome to our online store's "Knee Braces and Supports" category! As the name suggests, a knee brace provides essential support to your knee. We offer high-quality knee supports designed to meet a wide variety of needs. Whether you are looking for injury prevention, injury treatment, pain relief, post-operative care, occupational use, occupational healthcare, rehabilitation, or sports, you will find the perfect solutions for your specific requirements.

In our selection, you will find various brands and models of knee braces that provide excellent support and stability. These support products are specifically designed for the needs of physical rehabilitation, fitness, professional athletes, and active individuals. Whether your sport is running, soccer, basketball, volleyball, floorball, tennis, orienteering, golf, cycling, motorcycling, snowmobiling, skiing, or any other physical activity, we have the right, high-quality knee brace / sports support for you.

An easy way to get premium knee braces is to pick them up from our store in Oulu or conveniently order them online from our web store. We ensure fast delivery so you can start using your supports as soon as possible.

What is the best knee brace for you? Check out our buyer's guide here.

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What is a good / the best knee brace for you?

 

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There are many types of knee problems, and just as many types of knee braces available. Knee pain can be localized on the inner or outer side of the knee Shutterstock Tutki and be felt, for example, while running or bending the knee. An irritated or injured knee needs support, protection, and pain relief. You can find a wide variety of knee supports online. The best and most suitable knee brace for you can be found by considering the few factors below before making a purchasing decision. After this, it will be easier to choose from the comprehensive selection in our online store.

Intended Use

It is good to consider the intended use of the support before purchasing an orthosis. Do you want to use the brace preventatively, during sports, or in everyday use, or do you need support before or after knee surgery? A compressive knee sleeve stabilizes the knee, which can, for example, improve performance, while a hyperextension brace can also limit the range of motion if necessary, such as in the event of a ligament injury. In our online store, choosing a support based on its intended use is a step easier: using the top and side menus or filters, you can display not only supports intended for a specific body part but also those for several common diagnoses or other intended uses.

In some braces, the kneecap area is open, while in others, the patella is hidden under the support. Open patella braces relieve pressure on the kneecap, making the support more suitable for daily use. Knee braces with a closed patella area compress the entire knee region, including the patella area. A closed knee brace can provide relief if the pain point is difficult to pinpoint or if there is swelling in the knee.

Price Range

The price of a knee brace is determined by the material used, the manufacturing method, and the user's selection criteria. The prices of the most affordable knee braces, intended for mild support and sports use, typically start at around 15 euros, while hinged orthoses equipped with range-of-motion limiters can be worth several hundred euros. In between these extremes are many types of supports designed for various intended uses.

Choosing the Right Size

To find the right size, you should check the product's size chart, and if you are between two sizes, it is generally advisable to choose the larger size so that the support feels comfortable and does not restrict blood circulation. The brace should compress the supported area but still feel comfortable to wear. Adjustable braces also have a tightening feature, allowing you to adjust the fit if the brace feels slightly loose.

Types of Knee Braces

In our online store, knee braces are divided into six different groups, the first of which is elastic knee supports. As the name suggests, elastic knee supports provide flexible support to the knee, and their material can be, for example, compressive knitwear that follows the contours of the knee or warming neoprene. Elastic or so-called pharmacy knee braces are mostly quite lightweight and fit well under clothes, and models are available with both closed and open patella designs. Elastic supports can be used for many purposes, which you can easily filter in our online store using the Features filter. In addition to elastic supports, our online store also offers slightly sturdier flexible braced knee supports.

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Hinged knee braces with lateral supports stabilize the knee laterally. A hinged knee brace is an excellent choice especially when the knee is unstable and you want to increase its lateral support. Knee osteoarthritis, a meniscus tear, or other instability of the knee ligaments can be reasons to choose a laterally supported knee brace.  Anatomically shaped supports also serve as stabilization during the recovery period following knee ligament operations.

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Patella supports provide support for the kneecap, and many of them are particularly suitable for sports use. Patella supports are available in both strap and sleeve models. Wraparound supports are also available to choose from. A fully openable brace makes it easier to put on, among other things.  A patellar strap compresses the patellar tendon, thereby reducing pressure on the kneecap. There are also specific models for contact sports, post-operative use, or patellar subluxations. A patella support relieves symptoms if you are suffering from conditions such as Osgood-Schlatter disease, runner's knee, or jumper's knee.

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Knee hyperextension braces prevent hyperextension of the knee, and some can also limit flexion. Supports are available in many different price ranges depending on the intended use and the user's requirements. Lighter hyperextension braces are designed for sports use, for example. Braces intended for more demanding use feature gradually adjustable extension and flexion limiters, and the brace is often fitted and adjusted with a professional. A separate children's model is available for hyperextension braces.

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In our online store, you will also find a separate group of rigid frame knee braces equipped with adjustable extension and flexion limiters. These are the most robust knee braces that offer 4-point support to the knee and are almost always recommended to be adjusted and fitted with the assistance of a professional before use. These knee braces are intended for the aftercare of, for example, knee trauma, cruciate ligament injuries (ACL/PCL), meniscus tears, or knee ligament surgery. Some models are also suitable for daily sports use.

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Why should I buy a knee brace?

A knee brace may be necessary if pain, tenderness, or another problem has been detected in the knee. Such problems can include loose ligaments, kneecap dislocation, patellar instability, incorrect movement patterns, hypermobile joints, pain conditions, or the need for extra support due to reduced muscle strength. A knee brace helps both preventatively and in the treatment of various after-effects. High-quality knee braces are an effective way to prevent injuries and recover faster. They offer optimal support and stability, while allowing the necessary mobility and flexibility. Thanks to high-quality materials, they are durable and comfortable to use. Give your knees the support and protection they need - explore our selection through our online store's "Knee Braces" category and find the best and most suitable support just for you.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions about Knee Braces

It is important for a knee brace to be snug enough to support the knee joint in the desired way. The support must not pinch, squeeze, chafe, or be too loose. The choice of a suitable support is also determined by the intended use.

The use of a knee brace is justified when there is pain or tenderness in the knee area. The symptoms can be temporary or long-term and can be caused by a variety of reasons. One of the main focuses in pain management is exactly the stabilization and support provided by a knee brace. In addition, a knee brace can also be used preventatively, for example, during sports performances.

First, it's good to know what is expected from the knee brace. Do you want the support to provide strong lateral support, support for hyperextension, or, for example, for ligament instability. According to your usage needs, it is easier to choose a suitable model. Different categories of knee braces can be found here.

First, you should find out for what purpose the knee brace is needed. Do you want support for ligaments, sports performance, treatment of osteoarthritis, or swelling, for example? Is the support intended for an already occurred injury, prevention, or, for example, post-operative rehabilitation? According to the intended use, it is easier to find the right kind of product in our selection. In our online store, you will find comprehensive descriptions of the features and intended uses of knee braces. If necessary, you can also get help from our customer service in choosing the right knee brace.

Products can be compared according to, for example, the need for support, manufacturing material, degree of compression, donning and fastening method, and thermal properties.

In our online store, every product has a heading "size chart". Using the size chart, you can easily choose the right size for yourself.

As the name suggests, a knee brace supports the knee. The support can be used to provide support preventatively (e.g., to prevent knee dislocation) or after an injury has already occurred (e.g., various pain conditions, dislocation, knee instability after surgery or rehabilitation). Thus, it can be concluded that yes, a knee brace helps!

A knee brace can also be worn at night if there is a need for it. However, a knee brace should not be used unnecessarily so that the muscles around the knee can be activated better naturally. This prevents the weakening of knee muscle strength in the longer term. In addition, it is good to let the skin tissue of the knee breathe without support at night to prevent, for example, skin maceration and abrasions.

A knee brace can be used in almost any sport where the knee needs support from outside the body. A knee brace supports you in, for example, volleyball, basketball, floorball, golf, orienteering, football, or walks of various lengths. Martial arts and combat sports may be sports for which, for example, hinged knee braces are not suitable.

Yes, it can. If the job description includes, for example, being on your feet and moving a lot, a knee brace is a good addition to support the knee.

Knee osteoarthritis can cause aching pain in the knee. The pain occurs during exertion, at rest, or when starting to move. In addition to pain, other possible symptoms include knee locking and stiffness, which limits the knee's range of motion. If the opposite side of the knee joint is spared from osteoarthritis, an incorrect varus or valgus position may develop in the knee. In this case, pressure accumulates on the painful side of the joint, which further increases pain symptoms. In such a situation, an offloading knee brace can be used to treat osteoarthritis, which evens out the malalignment and reduces the pressure generated on the knee. If the osteoarthritis is evenly on both sides of the joint, a compressive support can be used, which simultaneously supports, warms, and relieves pain in the knee joint. Thus, there are several different support options for the treatment of osteoarthritis. The choice of the right support is determined according to the specific osteoarthritis situation.

Avoris Oy's online store has a wide selection of high-quality knee braces suitable for various intended uses directly in our own warehouse. Domestic orders over 60 euros are delivered without delivery costs. Exchanges and returns are free. Products are easy to order online or pick up from our Oulu store.

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