Do knee braces work?
Maybe. Companies that make knee braces claim that their products work well. Scientific studies have not completely agreed. It’s not clear what the knee braces actually do. Braces often work better in the laboratory than they do in normal use. In general, functional braces, rehabilitative braces and unloader braces are the most effective. Braces help some people more than others. Some people are afraid that knee braces may actually increase the number of knee injuries in athletes. In general, most people who wear knee braces feel that they help. Doctors are trying to learn more about how well knee braces really work and when it’s best to use them. Remember, the need for a brace should be determined by your doctor.
