Custom Knee Brace

Get Your Knee The Best Support Possible

A Custom-Made Knee Brace can really make all the difference when recovering from a ligament injury.

When considering a knee brace, it is critical to evaluate the quality, fit and experience of the provider.

At Yorkville Sports Med, our goal is to deliver only top quality medical equipment. We only use the industry-leading Don-Joy knee braces.

To provide you the best care, a representative at Don-Joy will directly perform the fitting for each patient, guaranteeing the perfect fit.

Request your FREE consultation to get a personal assessment from our team, with answers regarding if a custom knee brace is right for you.

How do knee braces work?

This depends on what condition you have. Different knee braces act to protect different parts of your knee joints. For example, if you have an ACL injury, you would be best positioned to get custom ACL knee brace that would help provide your ACL support in the front of your knee. Conversely, if you were to have a Meniscal tear you would then get a knee brace that would help provide shock absorption of your knee. Furthermore, investing in a good knee brace is critical for optimal recovery while helping you heal faster.

How do we measure a custom-made knee brace?

Once you have booked in your consultation your healthcare professional will begin the fitting process.

Background information is very important when determining the type of brace needed help reach your goals.

Depending on which specific custom-made knee brace you are receiving, we take measurements of your thigh, calf, knee circumference, knee offset angle and other crucial metrics.

To do this, we use specific equipment (seen here) designed to provide the most accurate measurements for brain requirements.

These measurements will allow us to mold a knee brace which is made just for you!

What injuries can a custom knee brace help?

• ACL Injuries (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) - Most common reason for a custom brace. If ACL surgery is required, it’s common to fit the brace before the surgery. This is to ensure the muscle girth is matched to the normal baseline and not the temporary post-surgical size.

• MCL Injuries (Medial Collateral Ligament) - The second most common reason for a custom knee brace, MCL injuries and recoveries can definitely benefit from a custom knee brace

• Medial or Lateral Meniscus Injuries

• Knee Arthritis / Osteoarthritis- These braces are designed with a different purpose than the ones above. Generally known as Unloader Braces, theses aim to take weight off the knee joint providing less stress on the knee structures.

What are the types of knee braces?

There are several different types of knee braces, each brace is used for a specific reason.

Below is a list of some of the most common types of knee braces:

• Custom made knee braces: These are the best knee braces as they are customized for you and any injury you may have

• Hinged knee braces: These are utilized for ACL, MCL, and LCL injuries

• C-Slip on knee braces: These are used for less severe injuries such as sprains and strains

• Wrap around knee braces: These are used for patellar instability injurie

• Open knee braces: These braces help provide support and alleviate pressure off your knee cap

How do I choose a knee brace?

When deciding which knee brace would be best for you it is always important to contact your healthcare provider for the appropriate guidance. It is imperative to note that wearing the wrong knee brace can be worse than not wearing one at all. As discussed above, different knee braces are for different conditions. Overall, if required your healthcare provider will most likely prescribe you with a custom-made knee brace. Custom made knee braces are the best choice for you if you have sustained a serious injury.

When should I get a custom-made knee brace?

It is a great idea to get a knee brace if you are experiencing severe or long-standing pain. Custom-made knee braces are the gold standard when it comes to knee braces for serious injuries. There are plenty of reasons for this which include, they are designed specifically for YOUR knee, they are designed specifically for YOUR injury and they have been proven to be extremely effective in helping people with serious knee injuries. Further, custom-made knee braces are created using several measurements of your knee so that you get a customized cast based on your desired needs. They are also made with your specific injury in mind to help provide optimal protection. So irrespective of the varying types of knee injuries whether it be an ACL tear, a severe sprain or a meniscal injury these braces are made to provide support and stability for your condition.

How do I get a custom fitted knee brace?

If you feel you require a custom fitted knee brace it is important to contact your healthcare provider. Once you have contacted them, they will call you in for a knee brace consultation. If your health care provider feels that your knee brace is required, they will then begin the knee brace fitting process.

How much is a custom-made knee brace?

As previously mentioned, knee braces come in all shapes and sizes and this is true for custom-made knee braces. You may require an ACL custom made brace or an offloader brace to mention a few and this will be based on your specific injury. Generally, the price of custom-made knee braces starts at $1000 and can go as high as $3500 depending on your condition.

Does my insurance cover my custom-made knee brace?

Almost all extended healthcare providers provide coverage for custom-made knee braces. It is important to speak with your respective insurance company to see if you are covered and for how much, as each insurance coverage varies. In some insurance plans the coverage for knee brace(s) may not be listed, however you may still be entitled to them so it is imperative to make sure you speak with them.

How long does it take to get a custom-made knee brace?

Once you have been fitted for you knee brace it will take approximately 7-14 days for the brace to be made to your specifications and be ready for pick up. If this seems like a lengthy time frame it is always possible to ask your healthcare practitioner to expedite the process.

What types of custom-made knee braces are there?

There are many companies that make custom-made knee braces, however not all custom-made knee braces are created the same. The companies which have been trusted for decades to make custom knee braces are, Don Joy and Bauerfiend. In particular the Don Joy defiance knee brace has been used by high level and elite athletes for ACL injuries. If you are looking for a custom brace for ACL injuries the Defiance is the one for you. If you are into athletics the Don Joy defiance III is the brace for you. If you are looking for offlader braces the Don Joy custom made unloader brace is another absolutely well made and well reputed brace.

Summary

If you are continuing to have persistent or severe knee pain a custom-made knee brace may indicated for you. It is always a good idea to consult your healthcare provider as they are experts within this field and will guide you to find a brace that aligns with your specific condition. Once they have ruled that you do in fact require a custom-made knee brace, they will then book you in for a knee brace consultation. At the consultation they will be taking several measurements of your knee to ensure that the custom-made knee brace is made exactly for you. Once it is made you will be called in for a fitting to make sure that the knee brace fits perfectly. Now all that is left to do is enjoy the new added support and protection of your knee brace! We wish you a speedy recovery.