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| Best Knee Supports for Walking 20249 January 2024 Walking is more than just a way to get from A to B, a good walk can be a way to get in touch with yourself, feel refreshed or simply have a breath of fresh air. However, all the benefits of walking are lost when knee pain gets in the way. Injured knees can cause a lot of discomfort, even during simple exercise that doesn't put your knee under a lot of strain. Whether it be arthritis, ligament instability or something as extreme as recovering from knee replacement surgery, this selection of knee supports will help you to enjoy walking again. Knee supports can be a confusing world with such a wide variety of helpful aids out there, and sometimes it's hard to know which one is right for you. We've consulted professional orthotists and industry experts to compile this selection of the Best Knee Supports for Walking so that you can find the right aid to your ailment. Whether you're heading out for a simple stroll or a huge hike, the supports featured in this blog will provide you with compression, protection and stability so that you feel comfortable getting out into the great outdoors. What Will This Guide Cover?This guide provides knee support solutions for an expansive list of walking related ailments and specific knee niches. In this guide, we present you with:
Best Knee Support for WalkingWinner: Actimove Everyday Closed-Patella Compression Knee Brace
Why We Love It... ✔ Provides firm compression for excellent pain relief Perfect For... ✔ General knee pain Not the Best For... ✗ Severe pain (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: This compressive knee sleeve does a fantastic job at reducing pain, making the Actimove Everyday Closed-Patella Compression Knee Brace our best general knee support for walkers. With an anatomical design, this knee support is comfortable enough to wear all day every day and is made without latex or neoprene to prevent any irritation for sensitive skin. Runner Up: LP Neoprene Closed Patella compression Knee Support Best Compression Walking AssistWinner: Thuasne Silistab Genu Elastic Patella Knee Brace
Why We Love It... ✔ Enhances proprioception with fantastic compression Perfect For... ✔ Tendonitis (swelling) Not the Best For... ✗ Arthritis (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: Providing an exceptional 24mmHg of compression, the Thuasne Silistab Genu Elastic Patella Knee Brace helps to boost blood flow that in turn reduces pain. What's more, the targeted, medical grade compression works with the silicone stays to increase proprioception, so that you can enjoy the pain-free sensation of walking to its fullest. We Spoke to Thuasne's Resident Orthotist, Who Said: "The compressive nature of the Silistab Genu Brace improves proprioception, which will aid in stability and potentially reduce pain" Runner Up: Thuasne GenuPro Comfort Elastic Patella Knee Brace Best Assist for HikingWinner: Bauerfeind GenuTrain Active Knee Brace
Why We Love It... ✔ Significantly strengthens the knee by unloading weight Perfect For... ✔ Hiking and heavy-duty use Not the Best For... ✗ Value for money (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: Hiking involves tough terrain which is significantly more intensive for your knees than walking, that's why the heavy-duty Bauerfeind GenuTrain Active Knee Brace is the perfect support for the job. With an integrated massage pad that actively reduces swelling while you wear the support, this brace is perfect for light but effective relief throughout your beautiful hike. Runner Up: Donjoy Tru Pull Advanced Hinged Knee Support Best Support for Walking with ArthritisWinner: Actimove Arthritis Care Warming Knee Support
Why We Love It... ✔ Ceramic fibres warm and compress for arthritis relief Perfect For... ✔ Arthritis Not the Best For... ✗ Patella tracking (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: By using ceramic fibres to warm your joint while providing compression, the Actimove Arthritis Care Warming Knee Support gives you exceptional relief at an affordable price. Although arthritis can cause a lot of stiffness and pain, the comfortable and warming design of this brace encourages knee elasticity that allows your joint to stay active so that you can go for walks pain-free. Runner Up: LP Ceramic Compression Knee Support Best Knee Support for After Knee ReplacementWinner: Donjoy Armor Knee Brace with Fourcepoint Hinge
Why We Love It... ✔ Decrease pressure on your ligament by up to 13% Perfect For... ✔ Post-ACL reconstruction/knee replacement Not the Best For... ✗ Affordability (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: Using four points of leverage on your thigh, femur, posterior and anterior tibia, the Donjoy Armor Knee Brace with Fourcepoint Hinge reduces the load on your ligaments so that your knee can function more effectively. The heavy-duty build is perfect for getting you walking after an operation as you can reduce the resistance to increase the strength of your knee in line with your recovery. When We Asked Donjoy, They Said: "The Donjoy Armor is durable and lightweight. It's highly flexible, making it great for recovery." Runner Up: Donjoy Full Force ACL Protection Knee Brace with FourcePoint Best Stabilising Knee Support for WalkersWinner: LP Extreme Open Patella Knee Support with Posterior Strap
Why We Love It... ✔ The open patella design prevents abnormal knee movement Perfect For... ✔ Improving patella tracking Not the Best For... ✗ Compression (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: By stabilising your patella, the LP Extreme Open Patella Knee Support with Posterior Strap greatly improves your knee stability without needing a huge or bulky build. The discreet knee brace uses a doughnut shaped opening to relieve patella pressure and prevent unwanted tracking for stability, so that you can walk with a natural and comfortable gait. Runner Up: BioSkin Q Baby Patella Tendon Knee Strap Best Patella Tracking Knee Support for WalkersWinner: Ossur Form Fit Tracker Patella Realignment Knee Brace
Why We Love It... ✔ Innovative design realigns the kneecap to prevent slippage Perfect For... ✔ Kneecap subluxation/dislocation Not the Best For... ✗ Affordability (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: Following a kneecap dislocation or subluxation, walking can cause a lot of pain and serve to aggravate swelling. The Ossur FormFit Tracker Patella Realignment Knee Brace uses innovative and precise support to provide an exceptional degree of lateral stability. Breathable and soft on your skin, this brace is the ultimate solution to patellar maltracking. When We Asked Ossur, They Said: "The FormFit Tracker works like kinesiology tape but better, and is more long term than taping" Runner Up: Ossur Blue Form Fit Pro Compression Knee Support Best Value for Money Walking Knee SupportWinner: Oppo Pull-On Elastic Knee Support
Why We Love It... ✔ Affordable, elasticated compression knee sleeve Perfect For... ✔ Mild arthritis Not the Best For... ✗ Ligament injury (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: If you're in pain but not suffering from a serious condition and looking to get the most distance out of your pennies, then the Oppo Pull-On Elastic Knee Support is for the brace for you. The elasticated compression that this brace provides is tight fitting with minimal friction for gentle pressure that supports your joint throughout the day. See What Our Customers Say: "The Knee Support is very good and is made of excellent material. Easy to use and very comfortable to wear." - Brian Runner Up: Thuasne Sport Light Open Patella Knee Support Best Knee Support for Hot Weather WalkingWinner: Ultimate Performance Advanced Elastic Compression Knee Support
Why We Love It... ✔ Made without neoprene for a cooler, more flexible fit Perfect For... ✔ Bursitis Not the Best For... ✗ Patella tracking (See our solution) Editor's Verdict: Suited to sensitive skin, the lightweight and breathable properties of the Ultimate Performance Advanced Elastic Compression Knee Support make it well suited for wear in hot environments where walking will produce a lot of perspiration. The neoprene-free build provides excellent compression while wicking away moisture to ensure your joint stays dry, perfect for hot weather. The Industry Expert at Ultimate Performance Said: "This support does everything neoprene does, but is more comfortable and less restrictive to wear." Runner Up: LP Extreme Open Patella Knee Support Best Accessory for WalkersWinner: The Aircast Knee Cold Therapy Cryo Cuff and Cooler Bundle
Why We Love It... ✔ Cold compression designed to cover your whole joint Perfect For... ✔ Post-workout recovery Try an Upgrade: Enjoy automatic compression with the Aircast Cryo/Cuff with Automatic Therapcy IC Cooler
Editor's Verdict: If you have a serious knee injury or problem which frequently occurs after walking, then post-walk support from the Aircast Knee Cold Therapy Cryo Cuff and Cooler Bundle will provide exceptional recovery assistance. A modern take on the ice pack, the cuff is anatomically shaped to completely cover your knee while providing cold compression that relaxes and resets your joint post-walk. See What Our Customers Say: "This has been a lifesaver... The combination of compression and cooling together has made a big difference in reducing inflammation" - Yasmin Runner Up: Dynamint Knee Pain Relief Cream (473ml) These Supports Are Made for Walking, and That's Just What They'll Do...We hope this blog has encouraged you to get walking again, whatever your condition or specific support that you're looking for. Simply purchase the support that is right for you and you're knee-arly there! The final step is getting outside and enjoying a walk around your local park, to see some sites or simply heading down to the shops. However, if you haven't quite found the knee support that is right for you, feel free to explore some more of our exceptional knee support ranges: Have any specific questions or comments about this blog? We'd love to hear from you. Keep us updated with how your return to walking has gone in the comments section down below. | ||||||
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