Knee braces have come a long way since their bulky rigid predecessors were the industry norm. Most modern day knee braces are beautifully constructed, extremely effective, and low-profile enough to fit under most clothing. Knee braces are designed to achieve one or more of the following goals:
Enhance performance
Prevent injury
Facilitate recovery from injury
Reduce pain and swelling
Patients may require a knee brace for a variety of reasons. Knee brace selection and design depend upon each patient’s condition, anatomy, and functional goals. Eschen will work with you and your team to ensure you receive a knee brace that maximizes your performance and minimizes your pain and risk of injury. Whether you participate in competitive or recreational sports or simply enjoy being outdoors, a knee brace may be what you need to take it to the next level.
There are three main types of knee braces:
Osteoarthritis knee braces, or OA braces, are designed to reduce pain and prevent the advancement of osteoarthritis. OA braces are often prescribed to prevent or delay knee replacement surgery. To learn more about OA braces click here to visit our OA Bracing Page.
Sports knee braces, or functional knee braces, are designed for sports and movement-based activities. Functional knee braces are often prescribed after an injury or surgery to protect the knee and optimize performance.
Post-operative knee braces are provided after knee surgery. These braces are used to control range-of-motion as patients recover from surgery.
Sports knee braces, also known as functional knee braces, are ideal for sports and movement-based activities. These braces are designed to stabilize, support, and protect the knee. Functional knee braces may be prescribed for a variety of conditions including injuries relating to:
ACL
PCL
Meniscus
Tendinitis
Patella
Sports bracing is extremely effective in protecting the knee and allowing patients to resume their activities of daily living. For you, this may mean completing household chores, shopping, playing with your grandchildren, or higher impact activities such as sports and traveling. Treating knee injuries involves the coordinated care of a team of medical experts, and Eschen is proud to partner with specialists in the fields of orthopedic surgery, physical therapy, manufacturing, and 3D printing. Eschen will work with you and your team to ensure you receive a knee brace that maximizes your performance and minimizes your pain and risk of injury.
In general, there are three main categories of functional knee braces that are distinguished by the level of protection they provide to the knee. The level of protection you require will depend on your functional goals and severity of your condition: mild, moderate, or severe.
