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When you want to improve your range of motion, you take a little extra time to stretch before and after your workouts. When you want to improve your accuracy on the court, you run through shooting drills and work on your form. Just like the right exercises can help improve your skills, the proper orthopedic devices can boost your training and recovery routine. Sports braces and compression sleeves are two of the most popular types of orthopedic devices, but they benefit athletes in different ways. Here are a few main differences between the two, so you can figure out which option is right for you. Level of Support Braces and compression sleeves both offer support, but in different ways. Sports braces provide substantial support and stabilization; they might feature straps, hinges, and other sturdy components that control joint movement and offer stability.  Sleeves, on the other hand, have a simpler design and provide milder support and compression. They’re usuall...

By December, football fans and players are looking forward to high school state championships, college bowl games and the last stretch of the professional season. It goes by quickly, especially with the rush of holiday events and other seasonal festivities going on. Whether you watch from the sidelines, play on the field, or work as part of the athletic training personnel for a team, here’s what you can expect as the season comes to a close. As a Spectator You’ve made it through the season relatively unscathed. Besides a few tweaks from celebrating those last-second touchdowns and the heartache of some close losses, you’re still in pretty good condition. If your team is out of contention for the post season, next season will be here before you know it. Ankle Brace In the meantime, you can use the extra time on the weekends to get active. Whether you want to hit the gym or watch the remaining games while walking on the treadmill, get creative and make sure you have reliab...

When your knee feels uncomfortable due to swelling, it’s important to understand that this is abnormal for your body. As such, you may be looking for ways to relieve feelings of discomfort. You rely on your knees to move from one place to another, participate in sports or your favorite active hobbies. That makes taking care of your knees absolutely crucial. Before pulling a simple sleeve over your knee and calling it a day, consider potential causes of knee swelling to help determine your next step. Reasons for Knee Swelling Many variables can impact your knees and lead to swelling. Of course, when you do see signs of swelling in and around the knee, be sure to contact a physician before looking at braces or sleeves on your own. They can help you understand your injury better and even offer recommendations based on your injury. With that in mind, the following concerns are some of the most common reasons for knee swelling, and you don’t have to be an athlete to experien...