SHOULD I WEAR A KNEE SUPPORT WHEN RUNNING?

 

Uneven surfaces and fatigue carry with them the risk of injury. Some runners also suffer from unstable ligaments and tendons.

Due to the biomechanical forces acting on the leg during the running movement, the knees are an easy target for knee injury.

A study conducted by British Journal of Sports Medicine reported that more than half of running injuries are knee injuries. 

A preventative measure to avoid knee pain from running and potential knee injuries is wearing a Bauerfeind Sports Knee Support or the GenuTrain knee brace.

It can minimise your chances of injury by providing enhanced stability and proprioception with medical-grade compression.

The medical grade compression helps in draining out accumulated lactic acid during the recovery period.

 

ATHLETE AGNES WEARING THE SPORTS KNEE SUPPORT

 

Take a look at elite athlete and hiker, Agnes Christine wearing the Sports Knee Support for added knee support and for preventing knee injuries.

We do not recommend using a cheap neoprene knee brace or knee sleeves. These sleeves offer little support and are not moisture-wicking. Combined this decreases the durability of the knee brace.

Protect your joints so you can enjoy your next marathon, 10k, 5k, bushwalk or trail run. 


    BEST KNEE BRACES FOR RUNNING


    Bauerfeind GenuTrain knee brace for knee pain relief while running

    GenuTrain Knee Brace

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

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

    • Integrated donning aid allows you to easily put on the knee brace
    • Soft hollow of the knee for enhanced wearing comfort
    • Three-dimensional active knit for an ideal fit and optimal neuromuscular joint stabilization
    • Omega pad improves neuromuscular joint stabilization

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    "From the first time I put the brace on I could feel it working and giving me the support and confidence I needed." - Renzo Di C.

     

    Bauerfeind GenuTrain P3 knee brace for pain relief and kneecap misalignment from running

    GenuTrain P3 Knee Brace

    An advanced knee brace for pain and misalignment of the kneecap from running. 

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    The GenuTrain P3 helps with running knee injuries like misalignment of the kneecap (patellar lateralisation), femoropatellar pain syndrome (knee pain on the front of your knee), ACL and MCL injury or pain associated with patellar tip syndrome.

    • Muscle-relaxing pad – Reduces sideways pulling of the kneecap to further reduce pain and relax 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 from runninges

    GenuTrain S Hinged Knee Brace

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

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    The hinged knee brace is a German-engineered advanced knee braces for running to provide active protection of the knee.

     

  • Joint side bars
  • Viscoelastic pads 
  • Medical grade compression

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    The joint splints guide the knee, providing lateral movement support while keeping the area stable during your runs. This improves sensorimotor function for maximum movement control required when you are returning back to running after a knee injury. 

    Bauerfeind GenuPoint knee strap for relief for the patella tendon while runningay, is wore on a right knee. With the logo of Bauerfeind that is consider as one of their best knee braces and supports for Running which is named as GenuPoint Knee Strap.

    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 and be tightened for adjustable compression
    • Anatomically shaped for a secure fit and freedom of movement
    • 3D airknit technology provides breathable, moisture-wicking comfort
    Bauerfiend Sports knee brace to improve circulation and muscle regeneration while running

    Sports Knee Support

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

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    Get effective protection against excessive strain when running with the Bauerfeind Sports Knee Support. The controlled compression improves the knee’s ability to maintain maximum movement stability during your runs.

    • Light and airy knitted fabric for comfort wear.
    • Innovative pad for absorbing pressure peaks.
    • Durable, easy to clean and machine washable.
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★  COMFORT AND SUPPORT"Excellent product. After trying others knee supports on the market and being disappointed the comfort of having the knee tendons massaged whilst excising truly helped. I am currently doing some vigorous training for a mega walk and the knee feels great." - Jeremy N.

       

      BEST KNEE SUPPORT FOR RUNNING 

       

      Take a look at the best knee support to prevent knee injuries when running. The most important thing for runners is to have a knee brace which fits perfectly around the knee and doesn't slip off when running. 

      To prevent slippage of the brace, Bauerfeind braces come along with special gripping zones and elastic flat-knit fabric. This fabric is breathable, washable and moisture-wicking.

      HOW CAN A KNEE SUPPORT HELP WITH MY RUNNING?

      Common running injuries such as runner's knee and ligament tears can be prevented by wearing a knee support. Knee supports can also assist with proprioception, stabilise your knee joints and reduce fatigue. 

       

      HOW TO TREAT A RUNNING INJURY?

      We recommend visiting a physiotherapist for treatment and advice on treating common running injuries. They may recommend 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 the recovery however prevention is always better than cure.
      • Runner’s Knee. This is the common name for patellofemoral pain syndrome. This is often due to abnormal mechanics caused by problems close to the knee, forcing the patella to bump against the femoral groove. We recommend speaking with a running specific physiotherapist, they will usually review your running form as well tissue and musculature.
      • Ligament Tearing. Ligament tears will generally always require surgery. A torn ligament rebuild uses a tissue graft, as the ligament will not generally heal properly otherwise. Surgery can be minimally invasive however these injuries may take considerable time to heal.