Knee brace for knee sprain protects and keeps your ligaments stable during recovery process. Ligaments Sprains (ACL, PCL, Medial ligament or Lateral Ligament) are common for athletes in sports like: Football, Rugby, Basketball, Soccer or even Ski.
What type of knee sleeves to use for a sprained Knee?
Knee sleeves for sprained knee are available in various types, depending on knee sprain severity level or your activity type:
For Level 1 knee ligament sprain: use a knee sleeve for prevention, and a soft knee brace with better hold for a mild sprain.
For Level 2 knee sprain: hinged knee brace is recommended for moderate sprains.
For Level 3: you may need a knee surgery if one of knee ligaments is completely torn. In this case, you can use a post-op knee support or ROM hinged knee brace for faster recovery.