How to Strap a Knee Injury

A knee injury can be devastating to an athlete without proper exercise, therapy and strapping to provide support while the joint heals. Strapping the knee correctly will give you a certain amount of mobility and protection while your body repairs. Follow these steps to strap elastic braces around the knee.

Things You'll Need

• Knee brace with Velcro straps, available at sporting goods stores, pharmacies and through orthopedic doctors

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Instructions

• 1

  Talk with your doctor or orthopedic surgeon about the knee brace best suited for your particular injury.

• 2

  Place the front side of the brace over the knee with the brace straps above and below the joint.

• 3

  Wrap the fasteners behind the leg.

• 4

  Adjust the lower knee strap, so it is snug beneath the joint to provide support.

• 5

  Pull the fastening straps tight, and overlap the Velcro to secure the knee strap.