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A member asked:

Is it bad to use a brace for a bad knee?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

No, but: My best advice is that you seek attention and have that knee evaluated. There are a few conditions that may actually worsen by wearing the wrong brace, any brace or no brace.

Dr Hadied and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/6/2014

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ask your doctor: The answer to you question can vary depending on you exact condition. Have you knee professionally evaluated and ask your doctor what type of brace would be the best for you.

Dr Krauser agreed

Answered 3/6/2014

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