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Braces

Posted By: MattS <whistlinwyngs@aol.com>

Wednesday, 8 August 2001, at 9:10 a.m.

Due to the fact that I messed my knee up many moons ago, and I would hate to miss bird season this year. I am putting off the surgery for a bit (what difference is a few months going to make since it has been over 15 years since my original injury?). My OS strongly recommended I get a brace to get through hunting season, so I made the appointment to get fitted for a brace. The big question is....Based on your experience is there one brace that is better than another, or is it an individual preference kind of thing?

Thanks,

-Matt

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Braces (views: 33)

MattS -- Wednesday, 8 August 2001, at 9:10 a.m.

There are differences in braces. (views: 7)

Lois -- Wednesday, 8 August 2001, at 5:21 p.m.

There are differences in braces.

Posted By: Lois <l_obermann@hotmail.com>

Wednesday, 8 August 2001, at 5:21 p.m.

In Response To: Braces (MattS)

Matt,

Your point about waiting has its validity, just don't do anything while hunting to injure your knee more. You won't be in a situation like I was where ski patrol can just roll you onto a sled and fly down the mountain with you. My guess is it would probably be difficult to get you out of the field, unless they can chopper you out. LOL!!

Read Michael Frind's articles re: bracing. He typically links them to his messages or you can go to the search engine, select 'eons', change the search criteria to by person then enter his name. His titles are descriptive of the subject matter. Michael is NOT affiliated with any brace manufacturer and has looked at many different types. His evaluations even include such things as the warranty.

Best of luck,

Lois