Promedics: What are my Options for Knee Support

Promedics offer a range of knee braces depending on if you are recovering, looking for stability and support or even wishing to prevent an injury from occurring. There are many types of knee brace and choosing what option suits you and your injury best can be crucial to recovery or injury prevention.

A knee brace is more than just a bandage or sleeve. It delivers structural support, stability, and controlled motion, helping protect the knee from excessive strain or dangerous movement.

Many patients benefit from braces to:
● Limit lateral or medial stress on ligaments
● Control range of motion (ROM) during rehabilitation
● Offset pressure in osteoarthritis
● Provide compression to reduce swelling and increase proprioceptive feedback

There are several options that are available at Promedics to suit a range of different injuries providing for the NHS for over 30 years. Ranging from full supports to more classic sleeve-type braces. Each have their own benefits that apply to different types of injuries and offer different forms of support.

There are also various options depending on lifestyle choices from recovery to simple mobile support and even sports use:

• Ascender Telescopic ROM Knee Brace: Ideal for post‑operative recovery or unstable knees. It is universal in sizing and offers a length range (44 cm–70 cm). The brace includes 5 drop lock settings and quick‑clip ROM adjustments.
• SK Knee Brace (Wrap‑around): The SK brace features a front-opening design with easy‑open tabs — helpful for elderly or arthritic users with limited dexterity. It includes hyperstop hinges that permit flexion while offering medial/lateral stability.
• Neoprene Stabilised Pull-On Knee Sleeve: This is a lighter option for mild instabilities, activity support, or arthritic knees. It uses spiral stays and hook‑and‑loop straps for medial and lateral support.

Expected benefits from these options often overlap, however there are more specialised
benefits with each knee brace also. The SK and Ascender Knee Braces prevent excessive joint movement, limiting the risk of reinjury and further stress to the muscle.

Whereas the Neoprene model helps with recovery, allowing a return to more strenuous activities while supporting the muscle to heal and prevent stiffness. More injury-specific options also can ensure healing in safe increments and further support muscle recovery.

Your options for selecting an appropriate knee brace is based on three key details.

• Purpose: Are you looking for post-op stability, ligament protection, or everyday support?
• Support Level: High support for surgery/instability, medium for mild injury, or light
  compression for prevention.
• Fit & Adjustability: Universal sizing (Ascender), wrap-around options (SK), or pull-on sleeves — always measure and consult sizing charts.

It is important before purchasing a knee brace post-operation or while undergoing major recovery that you consult your physiotherapist and/or orthopaedist. Promedics offer an extensive range of knee braces depending on your needs.