Best Knee Braces for Swimmers

Best Knee Braces for Swimmers
When you sustain a knee injury it can put you out of commission for several weeks, if not months. Swimming is a great way to continue to exercise while not putting pressure on your hurt knee, but you need to make sure you have a brace that is waterproof. Luckily there are several makes and models that will work for all of your water sport needs.

DonJoy Knee Sleeve

The DonJoy Knee Sleeve is the perfect brace if you have sprained or lightly strained your knee. Because the injury is not as severe as a tear or break, the brace can be less obtrusive. There is no metal involved with the brace and you can slip it on over you knee by placing your foot through the circular opening and sliding it up to your knee. Tighten it down with the straps above and below the knee strap and you'll be ready for another set of swimming laps. The price is only about $40.

DonJoy Armor Knee Brace

If you have suffered an ACL injury, this is the brace for you and your active lifestyle. The brace is made out of titanium alloy and is incredibly strong, so you will not need to worry about damaging the brace while swimming. However, it may be a good idea to purchase a brace cover for this so none of the straps will catch on lane lines. This is an expensive brace; it runs around $450.

DonJoy ForcePoint Protective Knee Brace

This brace is similar to the previous model, but it is more lightweight. It is just as strong and durable as the DonJoy Armor Knee Brace, and because it is lighter, it may be easier to swim with the brace on. It is a good idea to purchase a protective sleeve for this brace, too. It is the most expensive of the three swimming braces at around $560.

Article Written By Greyson Ferguson

Greyson Ferguson is a graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design with a degree in film and television. He currently resides in Lansing, Michigan where he works on independent film projects and writes for numerous publications. Ferguson primarily focuses on computer and electronic articles. Greyson produces TheDailyUpbeat.com, focusing on only upbeat news stories with daily updates.

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