Expert: Thom Brooks - 10/4/2009

Question
Thom,

Noticed yesterday whilst watching a spate of College games that almost all of the lineman wear a small knee brace...appeared to be for stabalization and to help prevent injury...where can I learn more about this device...Steve...and Thank You

Answer
Steven, hello!

Many of the lineman have had leg and knee injuries because of the violent plays in the Pit so they wear the protective braces frequently.  You can contact the NCAA (I've attached their website) a well as any of the colleges.  They will advise the Approved braces.  When you find the ones approved, you can google directly to the factory or find them on Ebay.  You can also contact local high schools and Sports Medicine Doctors.  They will give you the exact make and model that you may need.




Take Care,

Thom Brooks
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