WHY SHOULD DANCERS WEAR A KNEE BRACE WHEN DANCING?

 


Dancers can perform hundreds of jumps in a single dance class, so it’s no surprise that knee pain is a common problem.

Common knee injuries dancers develop are: 

  • Meniscus Tears: Overuse of the knee joint during twisting movements.
  • ACL injury: Awkward landing during jumps on a hard surface.

Wearing a Bauerfeind brace or knee support can minimise your risk of developing a dancing injury by providing enhanced stability, proprioception and moisture-wicking, medical-grade compression.

Many dancers will tend to push through despite the pain, however this can cause more problems in the long run.  

Addressing these issues as soon as they arise is essential to avoiding further muscle imbalance, weakness, or progression of the injury. 


BEST KNEE BRACES FOR DANCING


Bauerfeind GenuTrain knee brace for support and pain relief when dancing.

GenuTrain Knee Brace

An award-winning knee brace that provides targeted support for pain relief and stabilisation of the knee when dancing.

If your knee is weak, swollen, painful or recovering from an injury, the Bauerfeind GenuTrain knee brace will help provide you with relief and stability.

  • Soft hollow of the knee for enhanced wearing comfort
  • Omega pad improves neuromuscular joint stabilisation
  • Meniscus wings to help relieve meniscus pain
  • Moisture-wicking fabric for all-day comfort

"Really excellent support at training for long-term knee problem/Osgood Schlatters!" - Shane

 

Bauerfeind GenuTrain P3 knee brace for patella pain and misalignment when dancing

GenuTrain P3 Knee Brace

An advanced knee brace for pain and misalignment of the kneecap, often caused by injury related to dancing and other sporting activities. 

The GenuTrain P3 is ideal for pain caused by misalignment of the kneecap (patellar lateralisation), femoropatellar pain syndrome (anterior knee pain), ACL and MCL injury or pain associated with patellar tip syndrome.

  • Muscle-relaxing pad – Reduces sideways pulling of the kneecap to further reduce pain and relax the muscles with soothing massage
  • Corrective guide – Stops your kneecap from drifting outward to relieve discomfort and help healing without loss of mobility.
  • Patella cover – Counteracts the tilting of the patella.
Bauerfeind Sports knee brace for improved circulation and muscle stimulation when dancing

Sports Knee Support

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

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 highly comfortable to wear
  • Innovative pad for absorbing pressure peaks
  • Anatomically shaped for a secure fit and freedom of movement

"My daughter has tried many knee supports and has found this one fits well and stays up which has been a problem with others. It is comfortable and gives great support." - Cate

Bauerfeind GenuPoint Knee strap for patella tendon pain while dancing. In 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 and supports for Dancing.

GENUPOINT KNEE STRAP

A knee strap that provides targeted relief for the patella tendon.

Bauerfeind’s GenuPoint relieves the excess strain on the patellar tendon below the kneecap, helps to ease pain in the front knee, and counteracts the noticeable effects of restricted mobility.

  • Velcro strap and be tightened for adjustable compression
  • Anatomically shaped for a secure fit and freedom of movement
  • 3D airknit technology provides breathable, moisture-wicking comfort

 

BAUERFEIND KNEE BRACES FOR DANCING

Dancers and athletes have used Bauerfeind to improve their performance, prevent and treat knee injuries since 1929. Since 2010, Bauerfeind has been offering its orthopedic services to all participating countries in the Olympic Games. 

Wearing a Bauerfeind brace or knee support can minimise your chances of injury by providing enhanced stability, proprioception and medical-grade compression. Take a look at this video showing how you can use Bauerfeind braces and supports to enhance your performance and prevent injury. 

WHAT SHOULD I DO TO PREVENT KNEE PAIN WHEN DANCING?

It is important to allow adequate rest between the days that you are dancing to allow your body to recover. Ensuring a good warm up and cool down will also help to get your blood flowing to your working muscles.

 

HOW TO TREAT A DANCING KNEE INJURY?

We recommend seeking treatment from a physiotherapist for treating a dancing injury. 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 recovery; however, prevention is the best cure.
  • Jumper’s Knee. This is commonly known as Patellar tendonitis. Rarely does this condition require surgery. It can generally be treated using a combination of anti-inflammatory medications (such as ibuprofen) and exercise. A corticosteroid injection may also be used.

Play it safe: Consult a doctor if you experience unusually intense and persistent knee pain.