Best Knee Braces For Surfing

WHY SHOULD YOU WEAR A KNEE BRACE WHEN SURFING?

Surfing is an intense water sport which puts a lot of pressure on your knees, especially the ligaments and tendons of the back surfing leg. Due to the twisting movements of the back knee while increasing speed or manoeuvering the surfboard, surfers are a high risk of ACL and MCL tears.

If you are suffering from an advanced cruciate or collateral injuries such as Grade 2 and Grade 3, we recommend using SecuTec Genu knee orthosis. Its salt water friendly and can be washed after use.

The SecuTec Genu assists with healing a torn ligament, collateral ligament injury or operation on the meniscus, and is best used when the knee joint needs to be stabilised from outside for a period of time.

Wearing a Bauerfeind brace or knee support can minimise your chances of a surfing injury by providing strong stabilisation of the knee. This added support will help stabilise your joint without limiting your ability to ride a wave, enjoy a barrel or hang ten.

 

WHY WE DON'T RECOMMEND NEOPRENE

We do not recommend using a cheap neoprene knee brace or knee sleeves to prevent surfing injuries. These sleeves offer little support and do not wick moisture. Combined this decreases the durability of the knee brace.

Using a 3D weave and moisture wicking fabric, Bauerfeind knee braces are ideal for both everyday and sports use. As the old saying goes, you do get what you pay for.


    BEST KNEE BRACES FOR SURFING


    Knee support having a colour combination of blue and black, is wore on a right knee. With the logo of Bauerfeind that is consider as one of theirbest knee braces for surfing which is named as Secutec Genu.

    SecuTec Genu

    A versatile knee brace that provides targeted external stabilisation of the knee joint. Able to be used in salt water, rust proof with replaceable comfort pads.

    $1299.95 - Buy Now

    • Extremely lightweight yet strong stabilisation of the knee joint.
    • Recommended for surfers that have experienced ruptures and other knee instabilities.
    • Made from Aerospace grade aluminium.
    • Now available in Australia.

    The knee brace is easy to put on and take off, fits perfectly and is very comfortable to wear.

     

    Knee support having a colour combination of blue and gray, is wore on a right knee. With the logo of Bauerfeind that is consider as one of their best knee braces for surfing which is named as Bauerfeind GenuTrain S - Hinged Knee Brace.

    GenuTrain S - Hinged Knee Brace

    Usable in salt water, an adjustable knee brace with hinged sidebars to guide the knee’s movement while providing extra stability and mild offloading of the joint.

    $289.95 - Buy Now

    The Bauerfeind GenuTrain S provides reliable support for the knee thanks to the combination of joint side bars and an adjustable strap system. Designed for surfers who have already had medium to serious knee injuries and are seeking support for everyday use or during sporting activities. A good knee brace for stability suited to the following sports:

    • Surfing, when impacted by lateral movement problems.
    • Martial arts.
    • We recommend the brace is washed and allowed to dry after each use in the ocean.

    As the GenuTrain S provides lateral knee support it makes it one of the best knee brace for ACL/MCL tears.

     

    Knee support having a colour combination of blue and green, is wore on a right knee. With the logo of Bauerfeind that is consider as one of their best knee braces for surfing which is named as Sports Knee Support.

    Sports Knee Support

    The Bauerfeind sports knee brace improves circulation and stimulates muscle regeneration around the knee.

    $129.95 - Buy Now

    Get effective protection against excessive strain during sporting activity with the Bauerfeind Sports Knee Support. The controlled compression improves the knee’s ability to maintain maximum movement stability during sporting activities.

    • Light and airy knitted fabric makes it extremely comfortable to wear
    • Innovative pad for absorbing pressure peaks
    • Durable and easy to clean
    • Anatomically shaped for a secure fit and freedom of movement
    • Machine washable
    • The sports knee brace will fit the left or right leg
    • Uses Bauerfeind's medical grade compression technology, adapted for sporting use

    SURFER GIRL JAZZY WEARING GENUTRAIN S  

    Check out surfer and sailor girl, Jazzy Zwerus riding the waves with the GenuTrain S. Jazzy uses GenuTrain S for ACL and MCL support for competitive wind surfing events after an injury where she broke her foot. 

    "I got over excited when I saw a nice big wave... over rotated the forward, twisted my foot in the strap... 😔 People helped my out of the water, unable to walk.. I broke my foot and leaving a permanent injury. I started slow and just by training airjibes again because of the injuries" - Jazzy Zwerus 

    HOW DO I TREAT KNEE PAIN FROM SURFING?

    Making sure you complete appropriate warm ups prior to and after surfing to help relax and loosen muscles. Don’t squat on your board for extended periods of time as this can cause extra strain on your knees.

    HOW TO TREAT A SURFING KNEE INJURY?

    We recommend visiting a physiotherapist for treatment and advice on treating surfing injuries. They may recommend one of the following treatments.
    • Strains or Sprains. Many sprains and strains can be treated with the RICE method: Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation. A good physiotherapist can assist with the recovery however prevention is always better than cure.
    • Meniscal Tearing. Simple meniscal tears may be treated with the RICE method and anti-inflammatory medications. Advanced tears may require surgery. Muscle weakness can be a precursor to a ligament sprain or tear.
    • Knee Ligament Injury. Advanced and severe ligament damage will often require surgery. A torn ligament rebuild uses a tissue graft, as the ligament will not generally heal properly otherwise. For grade three knee ligament injuries a hinged knee brace is recommended.