How to Choose a Knee Brace for Arthritis or Knee Pain| GUIDE

This video will go over the different knee products out there. Briefly going over what kind of knee product for common specific pathologies like osteoarthritis , patellar tendinitis, torn meniscus and etc.
Link to the Knee Comparison Chart:
drive.google.com/file/d/1WiiY...
Video Time Stamp:
0:42 Intro
1:26 Knee product Pro/ Con
1:42 Knee strap
2:19 Knee sleeve
3:12 Warp Around Knee Brace
4:22 Hinged Knee Brace
5:53 Knee Chart Section
6:18 How to Interpret Chart
6:52 Osteo-Arthiritis
9:47 Systemic Arthritis
11:00 Knee Bursitis / Swelling
12:00 Patellofemoral pain, Chondromalacia, Patellar Tendinitis
13:38 Iliotibial-Band Syndrome (IT Band)
14:18 Patellar Dislocation
15:26 Knee Ligament Strain/Tear
16:28 Fractures
17:17 Torn Meniscus
Products mentioned in the video:
Jumper Knee Strap
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Equate Knee Support ( Knee Sleeve)
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Compression Knee support (Compression Knee Sleeve)
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Equate Knee Brace ( Wrap Around Brace)
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Knee Wrap Around brace ( Good value)
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Mueller Self Adjusting Knee Brace (Hinged Brace)
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Ace Knee Hinged Brace
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Alternative and Specialty Item:
Knee Sleeves ( different colors)
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Ace Wrap Around Knee Brace, Self Adjusting ( Wrap Around knee Brace)
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Shock Doctor Hinged Knee brace ( Premium Hinged Brace)
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[@ForTeamTang]

Thank you so much for your kind words ! I appreciate it a lot! I have been wanting to add another video on ankle braces, but the life is getting in the way.

[@gregsettle9725]

This is the info I was looking for. The chart is great! I now feel like I'm making at least somewhat of an informed decision on which brace to try. Thank You!

[@OpenMindedForever]

Excellent video! I need a brace/sleeve for both of my mild arthritis knees when I walk faster than a 20-minute mile or longer than 1-mile. Thank you for making this! It 100% informs what to buy (or whether to buy) for specific medical diagnosed or self-diagnosed knee conditions.

[@ForTeamTang]

Glad I could help!

[@Dink1963]

So glad I found your channel. Thorough, informational, simply explained - AND a handsome guy! Thank you

[@gappyp3851]

Great video. Very confusing trying to find a brace for PFPS but you've helped narrow it down :)

[@MizzPatzz7]

This was really helpful! Thanks for this!

[@JenniferDWilson721]

Thank you! I tore my ACL when I was 14 and had surgery. Now I’m 32 and trying to workout and run again but now I’m starting to get some pain.

[@Codyyster]

Thank you for such cut to the point information. Great illustrations as well, I always like the idea of sleeves and now that I run more my knees ache. So I’m gonna skip the fashion show and just the knee compression adjustable support for when I want more support on my runs! Thanks a lot! 🎉

[@lovingLOLA4ever]

💯Your the best AND the only vid to address the IT band syndrome, which is a part of my tri problem. 🙏

[@Maubro1]

Really good video! Very informative and it will definitely make my choice a lot easier :)

[@tieraneycarter5560]

Wow! That chart was extremely helpful. Thank you for offering this info in such an organized way for so many variations of knee pain. Well done!

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[@IndianSrMan]

Excellent. Thank you for the detailed anslysis , information & advice.

[@hplim2136]

Very good and helpful video! Thank you so much.

[@leaaugusta9924]

I love charts like this too! Thank you!

[@kevinrouth8082]

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[@Cloutymount]

Amazing depth in info !

[@regfordca]

This video cleared up a lot of decision making for me, thanks

[@clauho]

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[@robertbalk]

Thanks for this video, that was really helpful!

[@BeeeHonest]

Thank you for the information and thanks for the well-panned chart.

[@michael_alan]

An excellent guide. Many thanks!

[@good_to_be_gold8]

Just came across this video. Thanks for the helpful info Michael.

[@brendisg4461]

Wow thanks a lot !!!!! I already spent a bunch of money buying different knee braces. Thanks for ur help!!!

[@ricapp798]

Wonderful video. Dealing with a lot of knee pain since my ACL and meniscus tear. Always had trouble finding the right way to support my knee.

[@ForTeamTang]

If surgery was not done, it would probably be a good idea to follow up those injuries with rehabilitation

[@ricapp798]

@@ForTeamTang I got a knee reconstruction, but I wasn't able to finish physical therapy. It's all right for the most part. Just can't asian squat anymore haha.

[@ranian6033]

great video, thank you!!

[@bethany8633]

Thank you for this video, it was very helpful!

[@elizabethg.6663]

VERY helpful!! Thank you!

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[@vietcreators]

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[@lightwave9588]

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[@jessiekarful]

Very informative!

[@remylebae3395]

Great video, thanks!

[@leonacardenas5552]

This video has been perfect!! The chart and explanation you explained is just what I needed to answer my questions. I have the right brace! Thank you so much!!🙏👣🙌🥹

[@nancynada7890]

This was so helpful. I can make a much better decision to help my knee problem.

[@illuminatingpath_]

Amazing thank you doctor ❤️

[@bjorn4215]

This is a really good video, thank you! I hurt my knee almost two years ago but lately it’s been pretty painful and I’ve had a limp. I’m unsure what happened but I was curious if my wrap around knee brace was good for when I hurt it, and also whenever my knee starts to bug me. Thanks for the video, it was very educational.

[@ForTeamTang]

It would probably best to follow up with your local PT to figure out what is going on since it has been going for a couple of years.

[@__-v-__]

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[@Poetry4Peace]

Love you for this! The info that i desperately needed as I've had enough of my knee pain. In short; i have to bend down and use my hand to pop knee fluid back in as it feels swollen and hurtS IDK!! Usually whilst walking/alittle run. Right knee Inparticualr. Im trying a Compression socks for ankle and calf first to see how it helps.

[@ForTeamTang]

Best of luck to you !

[@Poetry4Peace]

@@ForTeamTang t thank you any guess on what my issue may be im 23 but feel like i have an arthritis in so many areass?

[@ForTeamTang]

@@Poetry4Peace its very hard to make a correct analysis or recommendation online without a proper evaluation. I would recommend you go see your local physical therapist to properly evaluate it for you. that being said, the likelihood of a 23 year old with arthritis is very unlikely. but anything is possible

[@Poetry4Peace]

@@ForTeamTang oh right thanks anyways, can you make a video for ankle support socks sleeves etc, options too I'd like to see ur analysis on it too, please aha 🙏🏼

[@creativeguy208]

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[@jangbusherpa9004]

Thank you for your information

[@jayjaynezmerize6774]

...wrap around brace it is... thx. Cheers, Mate!

[@mjclaudianava5397]

Wow what best way to put it out than charting

[@rkgsd]

I have osteo-arthritis and found the ACE hinged brace to be very effective for working 8 hours. Overkill? Probably, and some movement seems overly restrictive, but wanted the maximum support possible.

[@mikemorris5944]

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[@I_report_scammers_spammers]

I have osteoarthritis and have discovered that what feels best to me is my hinged knee brace, with the lower strap (that is a couple of inches below the kneecap) CRANKED DOWN LIKE WTF & WOE....which now, watching your video...makes me think that it's effectively pushing the joint apart. Which makes sense in retrospect. I haven't seen a wraparound, and sleeves just won't work for me for Reasons.

[@anne-mp5cy]

Thank u very helpful 🤩

[@bibliotecaitinerante]

Hey, great video! Now, which should i use if i have joint hypermobility syndrome?

[@aaronwilliams3514]

Hello! I was wondering what brace you would recommend for an osteochondral defect, for basketball specifically.

[@AnWar-bh2zt]

Hi Dr. Tang, i am 15 years old and i have osgood schlatter on my left knee. Which brace should i wear during basketball practice/games?

[@garmontharvey1623]

Thank you so much!

[@nawmsayin8017]

Thanks for this fantastic video Doc! I in particular have both my ACL's and meniscus's reconstructed (almost 12-15 years back). I have started gym-ing and conveyed this to my instructor, who has asked me to buy a Brace for squats and other knee intensive exercises. Which one should I get for my use-case?

[@ForTeamTang]

In cases like this, stability would be most preffered. Something like heavy duty brace would be probably most effective

[@midoann]

Thank you. My husband bought tons of knee sleeves, medicated… even the hard brace and none of them works in an ideal way. He had surgery in the knee. He never knew how long can he had those props on, if he can use them when sleeping, if it’s better or not (doctor said he has to operate both knees and replace them with prothesis). He is 58, is it better now or wait to be older? Hello from 🇯🇵

[@Nnnnebebe]

Love this! I had acl reconstruction 7 years ago. Now I’m having some comes and goes knee pain while playing tennis. Which one should I choose?

[@ForTeamTang]

Hey, I have a section maybe helpful for you : 15:26 Knee Ligament Strain/Tear

[@frankfarmer7706]

Honestly in my experience I really wouldn't recommend wearing a knee brace with metal rods inside of it especially having a meniscus tear and arthritis surgery, because instead of it helping you it actually does the exact opposite due to the swelling on your knee, but if you insist on wearing a knee brace you can either wait to your swelling goes down a little bit or buy another knee brace (with no metal rods inside of it) that's a little bit bigger than usual your size until you're nearly pain-free.

[@arpit714]

Hey. What kind of a brace should I use for returning to soccer. I had ACL reconstructed and now I’m fully fit for soccer .

[@nitro2126]

What can you say about the djoy web knee brace? I have a grade 1 chondropathy. Thnx

[@TheOGQuantumGamer]

As someone who has no cartilage left after a sports injury, what would you recommend after to be used for HIIT/Tabata/Boxing workouts and for weighted runs/sprints? I am looking for compression pads with a patella cutout for added support and stability. Would the hinged braces be recommended to work out in?

[@JohnnzyBoy_Son]

Hi man you’ve basically described me to the T. Any suggestions or advice.

[@inhaleexhale]

Dude I'm pretty sure a brace is not designed to help your knee "with NO cartilage left" be able to do "weighted runs/sprints" and high impact activities. Unless you don't want to feel it while you are screwing it up even worse ... 🙃

[@stardroplet9499]

Thank you 👍

[@cerclesvicieux]

Solid

[@jakkampudikrishnaveni689]

thank you sir

[@icy_7726]

i have like the wrap around one. l . iam going to use it for volleyball but not doctor has said i can/sould. do you think i can?? i just have knee pain when i land from jumping.

[@sophiemccormick6796]

I've had knee pain when I walk long distances for a few weeks now and I was planning on buying one of these strap knee braces but they are quite expensive so I ended up getting this sleeve bandage thing that you cut to your desired length and can you use 'for large ankles medium knees or small thighs' I don't think it's the best thing but hopefully it will give my niece a bit of stability

[@ciaranbracey4731]

How did you find it?

[@chandramohan3163]

Hello Dr....I have suprapatellar joint effusion. Plica & degeneration of medial/ lateral meniscus.. please advise!!

[@ahgrr7411]

what about ifu want to prevent knee injuries? are knee protections/braces also preventative?

[@joeblow5087]

I have severe bone on bone arthritis and wear a hinge brace while I am awake. I sleep in the compression sleeve. Braces help with the pain. The wrap around braces don't stay in place as good as the other types I use. I've tried them all.

[@sofiasaldias2759]

I have my first half-marathon in less than a week, and had sharp pain on my right knee the other day to the point that I had to stop. Do you recommend running my race with a Hinge brace, so I don’t jeopardize it? Do you also recommend Kinesio tape? Thanks a bunch! 😅

[@jennifercuffy801]

Thank you 👍🏿♥️

[@tommywolmart265]

Hey Dr. What is good to prevent ligament injuries? Broke my patella bone, and am getting back into athletics but my knee is so weak, I want to avoid ligament injuries

[@justsendit3217]

Hi mate love the vids.. can you do a video on motorcross knee braces and pros and cons.

[@ForTeamTang]

Maybe something I consider. Although I am not super familiar with motocross knee braces , I could look at it from a PT stand point

[@cristinabuenaventura540]

My doctor recommend stabilize hinged linen brace bec.of my arthritis what will u recommend for me

[@ronaldogonzalez678]

Hi, great video and well explained, but I think you are cutting the hinged knee brace short when it comes to osteo-arthrithis. I have mild osteo-arthritis due to sports injury and 2 surgeries and was having a baker's cyst problem after 1 hr of any high impact workout/sport (tennis, motocross, roller blading). I have been using a hinged knee brace (The Defiance) and my life has completely changed. I can practice any sport for as long as I want to and no beaker's cyst and my knee is getting stronger by the day. Something to consider for your audience..Once again, thanks

[@ronaldogonzalez678]

Hi...I still do exactly as before the surgery. The surgery was a total waste. I continued to have the same symptoms (yrs later) after my surger. It was then when I did some researh online and found the Defiance knee brace. I'm back into all my Sports as if nothing..

[@ronaldogonzalez678]

The 'Defiance' brace will keep your knee in place so there will be no bone to bone rubbing, which is the cause of the pain & inflamation..Go slow at first until your knee (muscles around it) get stronger by the day...

[@furqa9]

@@ronaldogonzalez678 The doctor has also told me that I have early stage arthritis. Can you please tell me what this knee brace looks like and where i can get it from because i love to play cricket and im worried about this thing.. pls help

[@kristi3732]

I’m having trouble with putting on the small brace? Any tips?

[@user-wy9ep8xq2c]

Im looking for a good brace for patella alta. Any ideas?

[@vanesslo420]

Hi Dr. Tang which brace is best for running long distances? 1/2 marathons or marathons. I don't have much pain but sometimes I feel pain below the patella but slightly on the inward area of legs/ knees. 7 or 8 o'clock on right knee, 4 or 5 o'clock on left. Possibly from a slight rotation. Just looking for added protection when running. Thank you. Excellent video! Graphs were great.

[@ForTeamTang]

Typically I dont really like recommending knee braces for runners because it tends to be very hot and the brace ends up moving around. Knee braces to address that particular problem is the special variation of having a open-back knee brace. If you are having pain in your knees , especially in different locations of your knee, it would be best to follow up with your local physical therapist for proper evaluation to have a more long term fix. In my own experience with patients, typically scenarios similar to what you describe relates more to running mechanics? This is a guess, not advice.

[@vanesslo420]

@@ForTeamTang Thank you. I have addressed it years back with my doctor. I have invested in high quality running shoes that help with keeping my foot straight to help prevent any future problems from occurring. Strength training on weaker muscles as well, for a proper gate. I was skeptical on getting a brace for running as I was concerned with it moving around. For shorter runs or exercising though I will look into that type of brace. Again thanks for the video, It was very informative. I liked that you used products that are found at local retailers as opposed to online items. Thanks again. Be blessed.

[@ChanekquaIeasha]

Which brace would you recommend for fat pad impingement?

[@davidmanrique5372]

Hellow doc michael, i have a surgery from a patellar tendon rupture 3 years ago, and i want to engage in physical activities again like play basketball, what type of knee support do u recommend to me?? Your reply is very much appreciated doc, thank u in advance

[@ForTeamTang]

I hope that if you had tendon rupture 3 years ago that you would have gone through some rehabilitation to get you back up to speed. If i were in a similar situation, I would use a wrap around knee brace and eventually not use anything at all. But if you have not been properly evaluated, it would be ideal to have yourself checked out than just asking me. I can only do so much through a description. Perhaps in the future, I may offer a online consultation , but as of right now i do not.

[@muhammadihsanamalbasa847]

I need one of those

[@snoopy209]

What brace would you recommend after having a meniscus and acl repair surgery. I just want to use it for work. I would take it of when I do my PT and also when I do my at home workouts.

[@ForTeamTang]

It is would be dependent on how many weeks after your surgery. Use the chart for reference

[@ngujunmin7661]

Hi, so what kind of knee brace should I get if I just only need to do precautions since I was playing badminton frequently. Appreciate with your kind advise

[@ForTeamTang]

All around knee brace is best for sports ventures. This is a very basic one, amzn.to/3xG7hcL sportier versions like this could work as well amzn.to/3wbrwxy if you have potentially pain or still unsure, please follow up with your local physical therapist to follow up with your specific needs.

[@ericluk68]

Which brace is good at preventing over stress my on my knees(btw I am 58) in squating exercise (80 times per day) ? Thanks.

[@ForTeamTang]

Hey Erik, in general squatting correctly will not cause over stress on the knees. That is exactly what the knee is designed for. If you are deadset trying to prevent stress on the knee, then essentially you are asking me which brace will limit the motion as much as possible. In which case, either a wrap around knee brace or hinge brace would be ideal for that purpose. Something like these: Knee Wrap Around brace ( Good value) amzn.to/2Z9XUTO Shock Doctor Hinged Knee brace ( Premium Hinged Brace) amzn.to/2EWb9AC

[@ericluk68]

@@ForTeamTang thank you so much for your advice. I have an issue that my right knee is hard to exert power to climb two flights of staircase in one stride, while my left knee is able to do that without difficulty at all. My right knee has no any other issue, no pain etc.in my daily life. Even my orthopedist cannot give an answer to it. I want to know if it will help improve my right knee problem by wearing a knee sleeve or brace all day long, or would it make my situation worse coz it will cause my right knee to be dependent on such external support? If wearing knee sleeve/brace all day long can help, what brace/sleeve can do?

[@kinggaskins1886]

What brace would u recommend for osgood schlatter

[@SU2901523]

Hi Dr. Tang.. Can you recommend one for playing basketball please.. I have tried some.. But I am sure if they are good.. But would be so nice if get some recommendations advice from a Physical Dr.. Thanks

[@ForTeamTang]

It really depends on what you are looking for. Are you looking for something that gives a little bit more stability? amzn.to/3gDaeDY Maybe you are not sure? You can try: amzn.to/3xG7hcL

[@deenil]

Advice for Osgood-schlatter specifically?

[@t.dhivyadharshini1433]

Which knee brace can we prefer for bipartite patella ??

[@leaarellano1940]

What is the best knee pad used after knee replacement

[@D-Allen]

What brace do you recommend to prevent hyperextension? I'm not over active but normal daily walking and golfing.

[@ForTeamTang]

There are not really a ton braces that prevent hyperextension. Only ones are hard braces or hinged brace (amzn.to/3gDaeDY), though that probably would be over kill for walking and golfing. You are likely to get a more specific answer to your medical concerns from your local medical professional.

[@jegar182]

I have contact dermatitis to neoprene knee braces doctor what should I do?

[@gabimariemerino5420]

So I partial tore my MCL years back possibly my meniscus. No surgery needed! Every now and then my mcl injury acts up and my knee hurts. I have a compression sleeve and a hinged brace. I'm having a burning sensation with my peroneal brevis when I ride my horse. What brace should I use? Or should I use both?

[@ForTeamTang]

Burning sensation is typically in reference to a nerve pathology. It is unlikely a brace would really make a difference in a case like this. It would likely be a better idea to have it properly screened by a medical professional to evaluate the underlying cause of your discomfort

[@gabimariemerino5420]

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[@fenris8477]

Whats the best for patellar tracking disorder, tracking outward

[@robinpajerek8007]

Lipodema/Lymphedema causes me to have abnormally large legs, especially the thighs. Every sleeve, wrap around, or brace I try on for my knee pain goes on the calf and the knee. But either won’t go up on the thigh at all, or rolls down as soon as I start to move. Are there any manufacturers who make either neoprene sleeves with a knee cut out, or wrap arounds for obese people? Most of us end up with severe knee pain. We need these products. Or is there anyone who makes custom ones to fit larger people? Or is there a way for me to buy two of one kind and have them sewn together?

[@denverbaloloy5618]

Hello Doc, I have a torn ACL and I haven't been in surgery before. What knee brace would you recommend?

[@ForTeamTang]

15:26 Knee Ligament Strain/Tear Additionally you can refer to the chart.

[@Janani_janan_twins]

What knee brace we need to use for patella dislocation i got patella dislocation one year back , after that iam feeling uncomfortable to play any games and scared so much to play Can you suggest any brace to avoid future dislocation during games

[@Jonesyb1985]

Still confused, My Dr. Says i have a bakers cyst and Rheumatoid Arthritis, I do alot of gym training and cycling, from what I understand from the video/chart I shouldnt bother with getting anything?

[@albertmaezono6072]

Hi! I play volleyball and I don't have any type of knee pain, but I use a basic knee sleeves just to avoid hurting my knee with the friction with the ground. Do you think that this can make me have knee problems ?

[@ForTeamTang]

Probably going to be ok.

[@kadenwolf5798]

Yes, my torn meniscus did happen because of a fall. Under dubious circumstances. I did not have insurance at the time so I could not afford the surgery so it had to heal "naturally". Which is crap. So I still have pain sometimes...well...alot, but honestly, I prefer the compression and stability of a hinged brace. I really don't have any problem with it. I saw where u had a red X by that one, so I guess my question is, am I doing further damage using the hinged brace?

[@mrgovin1285]

Some others recommend hinged braces.Niw am confused

[@mrgovin1285]

Now