ZR440 Posted March 4, 2002 Share Posted March 4, 2002 I can't stand it any longer. My LCL is flairing up again and is burning and twitching as I write this. I think kicking air is a contributing factor to an old football injury. No, exercises don't help much and I'm not fond of scalpels. It only feels good after a few glasses of cheap scotch. I am going to a knee specialist in a few days for evaluation and ask for a brace. Does anyone use them during MA practice? Is there a perferred type that you know of or any kinds that I should stay away from? It's happy hour somewhere in the world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKD_McGee Posted March 4, 2002 Share Posted March 4, 2002 Three ppl in my class have Knee Braces from torn ACL injuries... I think ou have to sit back and see how far you can go. You can't be a superman with those kind of serious injuries. Do unto others, as they done to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakmak52 Posted March 4, 2002 Share Posted March 4, 2002 Yes I do, I don't like to wear it but it helps my stability alot... Best regards,Jack Makinson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousOne Posted March 5, 2002 Share Posted March 5, 2002 Does anyone use knee braces? I recommend punching or kicking an attacker LOL 7th Dan ChidokaiA true combat warrior has to be hard as nails in mind, body and soul. Warriors are action takers and not action fakers. If you are cruising, make time for losing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaiFightsMS Posted March 5, 2002 Share Posted March 5, 2002 Actually I have had some mcl problems. Only type of support I have used in class was just a basic neoprene sleeve and then only during flare ups. But then I wear kneepads. My knees just don't like the hard floor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShiN Posted March 10, 2002 Share Posted March 10, 2002 I've had a serious knee-injury a few years ago, I still train with a knee brace. Works fine for me, I really haven't noticed real problems or handicaps during training & sparring. Just make sure it fits exactly, and don't wait to long to buy a new one, because you shouldn't use the same for about 9 months. good luck with your knee man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bretty101 Posted March 11, 2002 Share Posted March 11, 2002 Knees, nightmare!!! I have a lot of trouble with my knees. Usually problems from doing TKD, kicking fresh air, asymetric stretching and having ligament hyperlaxity syndrome. My knees also bend a little left and right and i get pain right in the joints if i don't keep the surrounding muscle nice and toned. I've never tried braces but thought about it, they look a little frankenstein to me plus a little expensive. Let s know how you get on with 'em Bretty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZR440 Posted March 11, 2002 Author Share Posted March 11, 2002 Just what I was afraid of. Went to knee specialist, he made it go in directions it shouldn't, and I have to get a MRI scan done next week. This really sucks. (I've been kicked in the gut, punched in the face, sprained my shoulder, but nothing...and I mean nothing...hurt more than when the doctor shifted my kneecap to the side during his tests. I had tears in my eyes and couldn't talk for a while.) It's happy hour somewhere in the world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShiN Posted March 13, 2002 Share Posted March 13, 2002 hey man, goodluck!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ad Posted March 14, 2002 Share Posted March 14, 2002 geezer, i dont give a ****, your knees are not as bad as mine, mine or the worst, they are podgy and flared up everywhere, and it looks as if i have side on kneecaps, when i dont i wear a knee brace it helps sometimes, but sometimes it make it worse, i feel your pain bro Brown Sash Hsing I/Lau Gar Kung FuBrown Belt San Shou17 yr oldhttp://www.selfdefencehelp.co.uk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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