Knee Braces & Supports

Physio Supplies Canada provides a wide range of knee supports, bandages, and orthoses. They provide comfortable compression, which helps in recovery, reduces instability, and more. These knee braces can be used every day for rehabilitation for ligament injuries, patellar concerns, and osteoarthritis.

Explore the page and know more about knee braces. Find your most suitable choice based on your condition, level of stability, fit and other useful parameters. 

Compare Knee Brace Types

You will find more than five types of knee brace products on Physio Supplies Canada. Each knee brace has its own importance and is used for certain conditions. Here are some of the most commonly used ones:

Compression Knee Supports: These are closely knitted knee supports. These are designed to be well-knitted to provide compression and comfort around the knee. 

Knee Bandages: These are flexible knee supports designed to provide targeted support while allowing limited movement. 

Patella-Stabilising Braces: These patella-stabilizing braces are designed to guide and support the kneecap. It further helps with its positioning and offers stability. 

Knee braces for ligament: These ligament knee braces are designed to offer stabilization and guidance for treating ligament-related issues.

OA or Unloading knee braces: These are specifically designed to share or reduce the load from the injured area of the knee. One of the commonly preferred braces is GENUDYN OA knee orthoses. It helps provide osteoarthritis-related support.

Support for patellar tendon: These supports mainly target the area around the patellar tendon only. It doesn't work like a full knee brace and solely focuses on supporting the patellar tendon.

Knee Supports by Condition

When the knee is unstable: When the knee pains and makes even the slightest walk difficult, using structured knee orthoses can help. These knee braces offer proper guidance and stabilisation for certain knee instability, including ligament-related concerns. 

What to use for ACL and PCL Injuries: ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) and PCL (Posterior Cruciate Ligament) injuries mean tears or sprains of the two major bands of tissue inside the knee. These bands connect the thighbone to the shinbone and support all regular activities. For such a serious injury, use the GENUDYN CI Knee Orthosis, as it is one of the good options for the rehabilitation of ligament injuries. 

Meniscal injury: A meniscal injury is a tear in the C-shaped piece of cartilage that absorbs the shock between your thigh and shin bones. To treat such a serious injury, using structured knee orthoses can help.

What are patella problems?

Patella injuries vary from simple damage, breaks, or inflammation and involve surrounding tendons and ligaments. To treat patella issues, you can look for patella-focused supports.

Osteoarthritis: It is one of the most common forms of arthritis, which happens when the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones inside a joint wears away over time. This issue comes with ageing. However, with OA-specific knee orthoses, individuals will get related support and load management.  

General knee support: For general knee-related issues, a compression knee support can help, making it more comfortable for individuals.

How to Choose the Right Knee Brace?

To choose the right knee brace, you need to understand your condition, requirements, and the level of support you need. Here's the right way to choose the right knee brace.

What's the condition: You have to identify and understand your knee condition. Look for instability, ligament injury, patellar concerns, osteoarthritis, and general knee support. 

How much support you need: Whether you choose compression support or a hinged brace for more stabilization, you first have to understand the type and level of support needed. 

What's your knee size: Every knee product has its own measurement instructions and sizing chart, which needs to be followed and understood before the purchase. 

Which knee side needs support: Some braces are designed separately for both knees, whereas some can be worn on either side. Make sure to check accordingly. 

Reason to use the brace: You have to think about whether you need the brace for regular activities, rehabilitation or any specific knee issue. 

Professional advice needed: For some serious injuries or post-operative care, your healthcare professional's advice will guide you better.

Ordering Knee Braces in Canada

To order your knee brace in Canada, make sure to follow the step-by-step guide below:

• The first step is to browse the available knee braces and choose the most suitable design which fulfills your requirements.
• Review the listed products, their indications, features and intended use before placing the order.
• Look at the product-specific sizing chart to get more clarity on the size.
• Decide whether you want a brace for the left or right knee.
• Once you have selected the product, add it to the cart and move forward towards the checkout.

Knee Braces : Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a knee compression support and a hinged knee brace?

A knee compression support is a close-fitted support which provides comfort, compression, and stability. While a hinged knee brace provides extra support and limits the movement. Both are useful but it tally depends on the intention of use and the condition for which it is being used for. 

What do you mean by unloading the knee brace?

In simple words, an unloading knee brace means reducing the pressure on one side of the knee and shifting the load away from the affected area. These braces help in evenly distributing the pressure and giving some relaxation to the injured area. 

How do I measure my leg for a knee brace?

Every knee brace product has a different method for measuring the size. Therefore, don't forget to check the sizing chart on individual product pages before making any decision. You have to follow the process as mentioned on the page to know the correct size of your knee brace. 

Does a knee brace fit both the left and right knee?

Some knee braces are designed for each side specifically, and some are double-sided. You can explore the knee brace page and check as per your requirement. 

How does a patellar tendon strap differ from a patella-stabilising brace?

In simple words, a patellar tendon strap offers targeted support around the patellar tendon, whereas a patella stabilizing brace focuses on guiding and centring the patella. Both of these help in patella lateralization and recurrent or habitual patella luxation. 

Can I return a knee brace if the size is incorrect?

Physio Supplies Canada has a no-return policy for support and braces. Therefore, it's crucial to check the product specifications in detail, understand the sizes, and make your selection carefully.