Wear a Knee Brace with Paints: What You Need to Know

When you are suffering or recovering from knee pain and injury, this comes with many challenges, one of which is coping with the pain while wearing pants.

It is always recommended to wear a knee brace directly against your skin, as wearing it on the outside of pants can push the brace down the leg, causing it to be in the incorrect position.

However, there are some flexible options when wearing a knee brace with pants. It is essential to be mindful that pants must stay secure at all times, such as pants made of thinner or snugger fabrics like skinny jeans, tights, leggings, and yoga pants.

Bauerfeind New Zealand has extensive research into premium materials and their superiority in achieving a better fit, increased comfort, and ultimately more support for the knee. However, there are still several things to consider when looking to wear a knee brace with pants.

Wearing a Knee Brace in NZ: The Summary

Just like getting a near-custom-fitted knee brace off the shelf from Bauerfeind NZ’s Knee support range, it’s essential to make an informed decision when considering the clothing to be worn.

It’s best to select something breathable, as tightly woven fabrics tend to be less breathable—open knits and lightweight cotton are much better.

The clothing must also be moisture-wicking and have air vents or mesh panels. These help reduce sweating and tend to dry faster than other fabrics.

It’s important to test the knee brace over your pants by testing the fit of the legwear to see if its fabric sits as close to your skin as possible -  it should be smooth and wrinkle-free, but it should not be too tight that it compresses your muscles.

Nothing is more appropriate than activewear.

Best Knee Brace to Wear Over Pants

The knee brace you choose will affect its wearability over pants. For example, Bauerfeind NZ’s GenuTrain is a nicely fitted slim-fit design that would work well with thinner pants, while the GenuTrain OA would be a little more difficult.

Some braces and supports are also required to be worn directly over the knees. It is recommended that you check the product's features or seek advice from a professional.

A soft and breathable knee brace is best so as not to irritate your skin but it needs to be supportive enough to give you the optimal firm support you need.

We strongly recommend avoiding cheaper knee braces, often non-breathable fabrics such as neoprene. Non-breathable fabrics create a build-up of sweat and moisture, causing the brace to slip off constantly. The neoprene material does not provide the appropriate pressure (medical grade compression) to help relieve pain effectively.

Wearing a Knee Brace in NZ: The Summary

You should generally wear a knee support directly against your skin and always check the product’s features to ensure it can be worn over pants.

Not all knee braces are made equally. A breathable, non-abrasive, soft, and comfortable product, such as Bauerfiend’s GenuTrain, offers one of the most premium-quality braces on the market, making it ideal for wearing over pants.