Knee joint swelling is caused by a buildup of fluid in the tissues surrounding the joint and is usually accompanied by pain and stiffness in the knee. It can be an indication of an underlying injury such as a bone fracture or torn muscles, tendons or ligaments. Arthritis or an infection are other possible causes. Individuals experiencing swelling of the knee joint should consider the use of orthopedic supports such as those below. However, the advice of a medical practitioner should be sought as a first step and the choice of product should be consistent with guidance received from this source.
The Mueller Sports Medicine Elastic Knee Support, Black uses an elastic and lightweight fabric to firmly support your knee joint. In doing so, it also allows an unrestricted range of motion. The Elastic Knee Support has a contoured design that helps it to adhere closely to your knee and prevents slippage and bunching in the…
The McDavid Knee Sleeve/4-Way Elastic With Gel Buttress has a 4-way stretch elastic material that allows for increased compression and fit without heat retention.
The McDavid Elastic Knee Sleeve With Gel Buttresses & Stays has a 4-way stretch elastic material that provides increased compression and a closer fit without heat retention.
Level 2: Advanced Protection – Moderate support and relief from pain associated with arthritis, bursitis and tendonitis
The McDavid Knee Sleeve With Anterior Patch & Open Patella  has an anterior patch that adds compression and therapeutic heat.  Its open knee design allows added comfort around the patella.
Level 1: Primary Protection – Minor support helping to relieve pain and promote healing of tendonitis, bursitis, arthritis and other non-specific knee conditions.
The McDavid Knee Support With Stays features padded buttress to support the patella, spring steel stays to provide reinforced support and elastic hook and loop straps to ensure an outstanding fit. There is an exterior layer of nylon fabric for durability.
The Mueller Sports Medicine OmniForce Adjustable Knee Stabilizer AKS-500 uses 3 coiled alloy stays and 360° straps to help support your arthritic or weak knees.
The Bio Skin Patella Stabilizer is an effective choice for treating patellar instability, anterior knee pain and other knee problems. Its donut shaped buttresses help to stabilize your patella and control swelling away while you remain comfortable and cool even during extended wearing periods.
The Bio Skin Patella Stabilizer with Conforma Hinge will help to treat anterior knee pain and other patellar instability related knee problems. Constructed from Bio Skin’s patented, breathable materials, the Stabilizer gives excellent compression to control swelling and decrease pain in the knee. The donut shaped buttresses stabilize the patella and help keep swelling away from the knee joint. The brace has a lightweight and comfortable hinge to help address problems of knee joint instability..
The Bio Skin Standard Knee Skin offers compression for pain relief, swelling control and greater proprioception. The two-panel construction design eliminates any seam from the sensitive skin behind the kneecap and the unique, patented Ultima material keeps it breathable and comfortable by wicking moisture away from the skin.
The Bio Skin Visco Knee Skin with Conforma Hinge is an excellent all-purpose knee support. The Visco gel ring around the patella provides passive massage to remove swelling and decrease knee pain. The brace is comfortable enough to wear all the time and is very useful a few weeks after knee surgery to control swelling and speed recovery. Includes Bio Skin’s innovative, lightweight and comfortable Conforma Hinge for extra knee joint stability.
The Bio Skin Visco Knee Skin with Thigh & Calf Straps uses a ring made from silicone that helps control swelling and relieve edema via passive massage.