Irving, TX, 2015/ Press Release: OrthoTexas, Irving provides high quality knee braces to assist patients recover from various orthopedic surgeries. The knee surgeons have years of experience in helping patients to choose the right type of knee brace to provide relief from post-operative pain. Knee braces promote faster and healthier recovery from surgical procedures such as partial/total knee replacement, kneecap realignment, knee reconstruction, knee meniscectomy, Knee Arthritis surgery etc.

According to the knee surgeons at OrthoTexas, Irving, an appropriately designed and fitted knee brace provides support as well as stability to the joint. It holds the knee firmly to restrict its movement and allow the muscles or tissues to heal completely. The knee surgeons may recommend the following types of knee braces according to the patient’s condition and fitness levels:

Prophylactic Braces: These are designed to protect and support the knee ligaments following a joint reconstruction surgery. A prophylactic brace also provides relief from knee strain and stiffness.

Functional Braces: These are recommended to promote rehabilitation following an ACL surgery. Functional knee braces help to reduce knee instability and prevent strain to the graft inserted in the joint.

Rehabilitative Braces: These are recommended to limit the joint’s movement during post-operative healing. Rehabilitative braces also protect the injured ligaments during recovery from an injured ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL or meniscus.

Unloader Braces: These knee braces take off pressure from the affected joint and place it on the femur. These are beneficial for people who have undergone Knee Arthritis surgery.

For consultation regarding post-operative knee braces, visit OrthoTexas, Irving. To schedule an appointment with the knee surgeons, call at (972) 215 – 7700. You can also reach them at 2001 North MacArthur Boulevard, Suite 255, Irving, Texas 75061 or browse through their website www.kneepainirving.com to know more.