WHY SHOULD I WEAR A KNEE BRACE WHILE HORSE RIDING?

 

Riding a horse is hard on your knees. The knees are designed to move front to back. When horse riding, we compress our knees against the horse's barrel, creating a side-to-side stress on the joint.

Over time, this causes inflammation in the joint and degradation of the cartilage.

Wearing a Bauerfeind brace or knee support can minimise your chances of injury. They provide enhanced stability and improved recovery through medical-grade compression.

We recommend wearing the Sports Knee Support to aid in preventing knee injuries and improving recovery. 

Suppose you are suffering from a knee injury and want to return to riding. In that case, we recommend wearing the GenuTrain S. It assists with knee stabilisation and reduces unwanted lateral knee movement. 

Bauerfeind knee braces promote blood flow with medical-grade compression, something not found in cheap neoprene sleeves and braces. Protect your knee joints so you can enjoy equestrian sports.



BEST KNEE BRACES FOR HORSE RIDING


Bauerfeind GenuTrain Knee Braces for pain relief during horse riding.

GenuTrain Knee Brace

An award-winning knee brace that provides targeted support for pain relief and stabilisation of the knee.

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If your knee is weak, swollen, or painful, or if you are recovering from an injury, the Bauerfeind GenuTrain knee brace will provide relief and stability.

  • Integrated donning aid allows you to put on the knee brace easily.
  • Soft hollow of the knee for enhanced wearing comfort.
  • Three-dimensional active knit for an ideal fit and optimal neuromuscular joint stabilisation.
  • Omega pad improves neuromuscular joint stabilisation.
  • Meniscus wings are used to help relieve meniscus pain.
  • Hoffa pads provide pressure relief.
  • Fits either leg. The same version can be used for right and left.
  • Moisture-wicking fabric for all-day comfort.

 

Bauerfeind GenuTrain P3 knee brace for pain and misalignment of the kneecap which can occur while horse riding

GenuTrain P3 Knee Brace

An advanced knee brace for pain and misalignment of the kneecap, often caused by injury related to sports.

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The GenuTrain P3 is ideal for pain caused by misalignment of the kneecap (patellar lateralisation) and femoropatellar pain syndrome (anterior knee pain) associated with knee overuse during horse riding. 

  • Muscle-relaxing pad: This pad reduces sideways pulling of the kneecap, further reducing pain and relaxing the muscles with soothing massage.
  • Corrective guide – Stops your kneecap from drifting outward to relieve discomfort and help healing without loss of mobility.
  • Patella cover – Counteracts the tilting of the patella.
  • Corrective strap – can be individually adjusted for optimal kneecap control.
Bauerfeind GenuTrain S Hinged knee brace for knee injury and instability while horse riding.

GenuTrain S Hinged Knee Brace

Relief for acute pain caused by advanced meniscus tearing, arthritis, instability or MCL injury from horse riding.

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The hinged knee brace was engineered using Bauerfeind's gradient compression, lateral joint splints, and a viscoelastic pad to provide active knee protection.

  • Three-dimensional fabric – Automatically conforms to the body's natural shape for ideal fit and optimal joint stabilisation.
  • Viscoelastic pads – Provide a massage effect during movement.
  • Soft knit fabric – Breathable knit is comfortable to wear and keeps moisture away from the body.
Bauerfeind Sports knee support to improve circulation and stimulate muscle regeneration while horse riding.

Sports Knee Support

The Bauerfeind sports knee brace improves circulation and stimulates muscle regeneration around the knee.

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With the Bauerfeind Sports Knee Support, you can effectively protect against excessive strain while horse riding. The controlled compression improves the knee's ability to maintain maximum movement stability during sporting activities.

  • Light and airy knitted fabric makes it highly comfortable to wear
  • Innovative pad for absorbing pressure peaks
  • Durable and easy to clean
  • Anatomically shaped for a secure fit and freedom of movement
  • Machine washable
  • The sports knee brace will fit the left or right leg
  • Uses Bauerfeind's medical-grade compression technology, adapted for sporting use

GENUPOINT KNEE STRAP

A knee strap that provides targeted relief for the patella tendon.

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Bauerfeind's GenuPoint relieves the excess strain on the patellar tendon below the kneecap, helps to ease pain in the front knee, and counteracts the noticeable effects of restricted mobility.

  • Velcro strap can be tightened for adjustable compression
  • Anatomically shaped for a secure fit and freedom of movement
  • 3D airknit technology provides breathable, moisture-wicking comfort

KNEE BRACES FOR PROPRIOCEPTION 

Take a look at NBATA athletic trainers explaining the proprioceptive benefits of Bauerfeind knee braces. 

"Proprioceptors help detect stretch, compression, vibration and pressure. All these messages come together and are analysed by your brain, giving you a sense of awareness of your body and its movement within space."

Succeeding at horse riding relies on gaining awareness of your body to improve performance and prevent injuries.

 


WHY DO I FEEL PAIN IN MY KNEES WHEN I AM HORSE RIDING?


Pain arises due to the prolonged compression of the knee against the horse's barrel, which causes lateral stress on the joint. Over time, this will result in instability in your structures and may increase your risk of inflammation and injury. Make sure to seek medical attention should this occur.

 

HOW TO TREAT A HORSE RIDING INJURY?

We recommend seeking treatment from a physiotherapist for treating a horse riding injury. They may recommend one of the following treatments.
  • Strains or Sprains. Many sprains and strains can be treated with the RICE method: Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. A good physiotherapist can assist with recovery; however, prevention is always better than a cure.
  • Arthritis of the Knee. Non-surgical treatment options for severe knee arthritis include physiotherapy exercises, ice or heat application, and supportive devices.
  • Jumper's Knee. This is commonly known as Patellar tendonitis. Rarely does this condition require surgery. It can generally be treated using a combination of anti-inflammatory medications (such as ibuprofen) and exercise. A corticosteroid injection may also be used.

Play it safe: Consult a doctor if you experience unusually intense and persistent knee pain.

 

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