A knee brace eases discomfort from osteoarthritis, surgery and trauma to the knee while stabilising the joint. Certain knee braces are made to be opened up and wrapped around your leg. Non-opening braces are placed over the foot and drawn up to the knee. Usually, a knee brace is worn against the skin beneath clothing. A knee brace that fits properly will stay in place and give you the support you need if used as instructed. It might be painful to wear a knee brace that is poorly fitted or positioned. Soft-hinged knee brace In cases where a sleeve is insufficient for support, a soft-hinged knee brace for arthritis pain might be beneficial. These are used to treat osteoarthritis and knee instability; your knee has an open hole carved out for you. You may place soft-hinged knee braces over your foot like to a compression sleeve. Certain varieties include a self-fastening wrap pattern. You will receive instructions from your physical therapist on how to use the knee brace so that the cu...