Why open patella knee support

As well as choosing between an open patella and a closed patella knee support, you will also need to decide upon the level of support you need. Supports are available in several different materials from LP, including Elasticated supports for minor injuries and protection, Neoprene supports for compression and heat retention and our Extreme range which has a unique pump action system to keep the skin dry.

View our range of Knee Supports. Menu Basket 0. The Benefits of a Knee Support A good quality knee support will provide support for the knee joint as well as other benefits such as compression, heat retention and protection from further injuries. Open Patella Knee Supports All knee supports will cover the entire knee joint, and the main difference between an open patella and closed patella knee support is that the patella or kneecap is left uncovered at the front of the knee.

Buy the Open Patella Knee Support Many of the other supports and stabilisers in the LP Knee Support range feature an open patella design, and these supports can be considered better for longer periods of exercise as well as providing the extra benefits of the patella support. Closed Patella Knee Supports Closed Patella Knee Supports take the form of a continuous sleeve of reinforced material, so they allow plenty of movement of the knee joint while still providing the overall support required.

Buy the LP Closed Patella Knee Support As well as choosing between an open patella and a closed patella knee support, you will also need to decide upon the level of support you need.

Like other major joints, knees combine several bones, muscles and ligaments in a confined space. However, knees endure more strain than many other joints because they support the body's entire weight. They're also required to support frequent changes of direction, sudden impacts and many other powerful, transient stresses. An open patella knee brace can be used both to help prevent knee injuries and to support injured knees as they heal.

Read more: Bad Knees? Try These 14 Knee-Strengthening Exercises. There are several types of knee braces, designed to serve different roles.

It can be difficult to know whether you need a knee brace without a hole or with one. The most substantial models have rigid metal frames to restrict the knee from twisting or being bent sideways. More commonly, braces are made from an elastic material that bends and flexes with the leg, providing support without restricting the user's range of motion.

Basic models are made of dense bandage-like elasticized fabric, while better quality braces are made from stronger substances such as neoprene. Adjustable Knee Support with Open Patella.

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