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Braces are one of the greatest medical devices out there; they can be applied to a thousand different conditions, and they\u2019re great for reducing strain on a specific body part \u2013 and for helping these body parts in the healing process. There\u2019s a medical brace available for every part you could think of to need it for, including for the back, the lower back, the elbows, the shoulders \u2013 and the knees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Knee braces are usually prescribed or recommended after a knee injury \u2013 or when a previous knee injury starts to flare up and cause pain or discomfort \u2013 but they can also be worn to reduce general stress and strain in anyone who needs it, especially in industries and sports that put a lot of strain on the knees<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 8 phenomenal benefits of wearing a knee brace that can help you if you\u2019re trying to heal from a new injury or recover from an old one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Reduces Strain After Injury<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the best things that you can do for a recent injury <\/a>is to immobilize it completely; this allows the limb or affected body part to heal without the risk of any added stress or strain that can bring about any further injuries. This can be hard, especially when talking about any part of the body that bends or is in regular use, such as for the knees and elbows.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve sustained any kind of recent knee or leg injury, this is where a knee brace comes in. Bracing the affected joint allows for it to stay as still as possible \u2013 even when moving \u2013 and gives it more of a chance to heal on its own. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This can also apply to older injuries that might have been sustained years before, which can flare up when in times of strain, stress or often cold. Bracing can often aid these, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. Can Prevent Further Injuries<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the other reasons why it\u2019s vital to keep a knee injury as still as possible is the fact that you have to prevent any chance of further injuring the affected body part. This can be disastrous for any injury that\u2019s currently in the process of healing, and other times it can even be the difference between a strain <\/a>that could have healed in a few days and a serious injury that can take several weeks or months to get any better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bracing a knee is one of the best ways in which you can prevent further injury; the brace does this by keeping the knee as still as possible without completely restricting movement \u2013 and this means that a lot of the stress is taken off the knee during this process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you do happen to notice an injury getting any worse or taking longer to heal than you initially thought it would, make another appointment with your doctor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. Reduces Discomfort<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Any kind of knee injury or chronic condition like arthritis <\/a>can come with a lot of associated pain and discomfort, especially in the beginning phases of healing \u2013 and sometimes other factors like cold can aggravate the discomfort and pain that comes associated with an injury or condition.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bracing is great for taking care of pain and discomfort associated with conditions like arthritis, newer injuries and even older injuries that come with flare-ups. There are usually different types of knee braces out there, and it\u2019s best to see a medical professional beforehand to find out which brace will be best suited to your individual injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take note \u2013 or change the position or tightness of the brace \u2013 if you experience any issues with circulation or a negative change in the levels of discomfort felt. Sometimes trying another type of brace entirely, like one that secures with straps, can also help where this is the case. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Helps an Injury to Heal<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the main uses for a knee brace is helping an injury to heal \u2013 or helping to reduce the symptoms associated with the flaring-up of an old injury. Where joints have been injured or are experiencing pain or discomfort, it\u2019s always best to keep the affected joint as still as possible \u2013 but this can be pretty hard when we\u2019re talking about a part of the body that bends, like the elbows or knees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bracing an injured limb or joint means that you still have some range of mobility, but at the same time, you can reduce the risk of injuring the affected body part again. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The use of a brace can be excellent for the healing process, and it can even help the limb affected to heal much faster than if you hadn\u2019t used the brace. It also happens to be just as great for after the healing process in order to maintain good joint health and reduce stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Aids Sports Injuries<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sports injuries are common among professional sportspeople, but it\u2019s true that you don\u2019t have to be in professional sports to sustain such an injury. These are usually the type of injuries that happen due to strain during physical activity like exercise <\/a>\u2013 and it can happen during any kind of physical activity, even ones that don\u2019t seem like a lot of strain like crossing the road and taking a wrong step \u2013 or during things you do regularly, like the weekly basketball game or yoga class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve sustained one of these types of injuries, the first thing that should be done is to apply heat and pressure to the affected area \u2013 this is what most first-aid books recommend, and for the healing process, this is where a knee brace can be immensely useful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a few weeks after the initial injury, stick to bracing and cut down on exercise until the injury has healed completely \u2013 and continue to use the brace thereafter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Essential for Some Disorders<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Medical braces aren\u2019t just recommended for after injury, but they can also be great for the maintenance of many conditions \u2013 and essential for daily life with others. If you live with a connective tissue disorder such as Marfan Syndrome or Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome<\/a> (EDS), then it\u2019s likely that lifelong issues with joints will be one of the symptoms \u2013 and this can include conditions like arthritis, but is also likely to include things like spontaneous dislocation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For this, bracing is immensely useful for day-to-day condition maintenance: It can aid the general pain and discomfort that\u2019s experienced every day, but will also make dislocations and subluxations less likely. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regular doctor\u2019s appointments are also essential for conditions like this in order to monitor the condition, associated conditions and what can be done in order to improve and manage it. Speak to your doctor about what bracing can do for you if you are diagnosed with or suspect any related connective tissue disorders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Helps Arthritis and Related Conditions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Arthritis is a very common health condition that affects far more people than you would think, and not just the elderly later on in life \u2013 it\u2019s a health condition that can occur at any point and age, and it can need a lot of management in order to make the condition easier to live with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have been diagnosed with arthritis<\/a> or have any history of the condition in your family, make an appointment with your doctor, make some adaptations to your diet in order to live healthier (yes, it makes a massive difference!) – and speak to your doctor about what knee braces can do to manage the pain associated with arthritis.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wearing a knee brace can help to reduce pain, but more than this, it can also help to reduce the chances of any further injury. There are also several different types out there so you can find the one that works right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Post-Operative Recovery Aid<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve recently had any kind of knee operation, whether a minor operation or a total knee replacement, it\u2019s likely that bracing will be recommended for the later recovery phases to support the joint and help it to recover. This usually isn\u2019t recommended straight after the operation when there\u2019s still swelling <\/a>\u2013 and a lot of healing to be done \u2013 but can be fine several weeks into the process when the swelling has gone down and the real long-term healing process starts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During healing after a knee operation, it\u2019s recommended that you reduce strain on the knee as much as possible \u2013 and a knee brace can help to do this in addition to giving the knee added support. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

See your doctor after the operation to speak about the possible options and which braces would be best for your needs, individual injury, and recovery. If you notice any further discomfort after bracing, loosen it and try again or speak to your doctor about alternative knee brace options on the market.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\r\n

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