Knee pain can be a result of many different things including meniscus damage, osteoarthritis, ligament damage or mal-alignment of the ankle or foot.
The knee is divided up into three major sections; The medial (inside) compartment, lateral (outside) compartment and the patella (knee cap). The knee is held together with ligaments. The four major ligaments are called Medial Collateral Ligament or MCL, Lateral Collateral Ligament or LCL, Posterior Crucuate Ligament or PCL at the back of the knee, and lastly the Anterior Crucuate Ligament or ACL at the front of the knee.
The meniscus is also an important part of the knee joint, providing padding between the bones and helping them glide over each other when bending.
Several styles of knee orthoses can assist to support, shift pressures or protect from further injury. Successful treatment and bracing should always include a medical assessment and diagnosis to determine the nature of the injury or condition so the correct brace or knee orthosis can be prescribed and fitted. The different styles of knee orthoses can be viewed on our website - http://www.geelongorthotics.com.au/lowerlimbs-knee-braces.aspx
