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What is a Bledsoe Brace?

What is a Bledsoe Brace?

A Bledsoe brace (also called a hinged knee brace) is a piece of equipment worn on the knee. It is used to help keep the knee stable, or when your child needs a fixed or limited range of motion (how much the knee can bend).

What are functional knee braces used for?

Functional knee braces are intended to stabilize knees during rotational and anteroposterior forces. They offer a useful adjunct to the treatment and rehabilitation of ligamentous knee injuries.

Do you wear knee brace over or under jeans?

If you have a cotton-lycra knee sleeve or tight leggings that are not slippery, you can wear your functional knee brace over your pants. Non-functional knee braces such as the knee immobilizer can be worn over pants if necessary because they do not allow the knee to bend.

How long should you keep a knee brace on?

How Often Should You Wear A Knee Brace. When you first slide a knee brace on, it is recommended to wear it for at least one week. Consider giving your leg a break by taking the knee brace off while sleeping. On the other hand, your doctor might instruct you to wear your knee brace while in bed.

What is the difference between knee immobilizer and knee brace?

What is the difference between a knee immobilizer and knee brace? Knee immobilizers are stiffer than knee braces, and are used in place of a heavy cast.

What are the different types of Bledsoe knee braces?

DME-Direct carries the full line of Bledsoe knee bracs for ligament sprains, sports, and ACL post-operative recovery. We carry sleeves, knee braces with low profile hinges for ligament protection, soft supports for general support, unloader knee braces for treating arthritis, and patellofemoral knee braces for addressing patella tracking pain.

Which is the best knee brace for women?

The magnesium Z-12 knee brace is ideal for women, runners, basketball players, and ACL patients. The streamline magnesium frame provides support and stability for ACL, PCL, MCL ligament injuries. The Z-12 is not recommended for contact sports.

How are knee braces used to Treat OA?

A non-invasive, non-narcotic treatment for mild to moderate OA. Bracing can be used in tandem with other treatment options to manage OA symptoms by increasing stability of the knee and reducing pain and swelling. Learn More…

Which is better the Defiance brace or the A22?

The A22 is just what I needed. Like the Defiance brace, the A22 offers support, strength and confidence, but with a great deal less weight and bulkiness. Though the A22 is slimmer, you do not lose any strength or stability. I honestly forget I am wearing the A22 as I run or go through a major workout session.

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