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I fell on ice and saw my doc and said it's a bad sprain on my right knee and said to buy a knee brace what kind would be good to get?
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A slip on neoprene s: A slip on neoprene sleeve would be inexpensive and reasonable.
Answered 7/17/2015
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Hinged brace: If you truly have a severe or"bad" ligament sprain treatment depends on the ligament injured. Typically with an acute sprain a hinged brace will give the best support but the actual type should be based on the ligament injured. Therefore you need a more extensive workup by an orthopedic surgeon to determine if there is any instability.
Answered 12/15/2013
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Knee injury brace: Not enough info for me to answer, so ask the doctor who made diagnosis. Knee braces can prevent medial lateral motion, stop rotation, elevate the patella (knee cap), prevent forward or backward motion, and off load the weight bearings races. The wrng brace won't help and may cause pain. There are specialized orthotic shops which will help you choose the best one, but diagnosis is mandatory.
Answered 12/15/2013
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Different braces: Each brace is indicated for a different purpose. Each has their strengths and limitations. You will need to be evaluated by a professional to get the best brace for your condition.
Answered 3/24/2014
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Many types....: If your doctor did not recommend a specific type, then i would go to medical surgical supply store and view the different braces.
Answered 3/24/2014
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