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I sprained my knee and was given a knee brace. would a smaller knee brace and or ace bandage be as affective so i can work in.

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Dr. Scott Welker answered

Maybe: It depends if you're on your feet and walking a lot at work. Which would be better, although it's counter-intuitive. If you sit at a desk. or stand in one place, wear the bigger brace. People will understand. Ask your doctor to write a letter just in case.

Dr Hodge and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/2/2015

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A member asked:

I sprained my knee and was given a knee brace. would a smaller knee brace and or ace bandage be as affective so i can work in.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Welker answered

Dr Hodge and another doctor agreed

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