Sports are good for health, but injuries are common, especially in active sports (hockey, volleyball, skiing, sprint). The main loads fall on the joints of the legs, so it is very important to choose the right equipment. Sports knee pads will help to avoid bruises, sprains, unnecessary stress, but only if they are correctly selected.
The choice of sports knee pads should be treated with due care. Improperly fitted equipment will increase the risk of injury. To avoid annoying mistakes, there are several rules, guided by which you will choose the perfect knee pad for yourself.
The size
The size range starts from the 1st and ends with the 4th. The first size (the smallest) is suitable for athletes with lean body build. The fourth is for big people. Remember that knee pads from different manufacturers can vary significantly in size.
Comfort
The knee pad is always chosen strictly individually. Walk a little while trying on, sit down. The kneecap should fit snugly against the kneecap, but in no case should it overtighten the leg or hinder movement. If there is even a slight discomfort, this model is not suitable for you. The relief of the muscles of each person is individual, so you may have to spend some time choosing the right equipment. The most comfortable are knee pads in the form of a belt wrapping around the leg. The two velcro fastener is easy to pull up on the go and change the strength of the hold.
Kind of sport
Depending on the type of sport and the intensity of training, you can choose a knee pad with additional amenities. When practicing volleyball, models with helium are often used. These inserts reduce the risk of injury and cushion the force of impact in the event of a fall. The helium insert will take the shape of the athlete's knee over time and also provide additional ventilation.
Neoprene knee pads perfectly fix muscles and knee, and are not afraid of moisture. They can be used when practicing water sports.
If from prolonged loads the kneecap has become mobile, then in this case a knee pad with a knee support function is suitable. For athletes who have already had knee injuries, knee pads, reinforced with additional inserts, are recommended to firmly fix the joint. And due to the silicone pads, the knee pad fits snugly to the leg and does not move during movement.
There are knee pads of light fixation. They do not have Velcro, they do not fit exactly on the leg, so it is important not to be mistaken with the size.
Quality
As with any sports equipment, the price often depends on the quality. Good knee pads from a trusted manufacturer won't come cheap. Better to spend a little more than you bargained for and get quality gear than risk injury.
