Knee Osteoarthritis: Braces and Support in Centurion
Also known as: knee arthritis, wear and tear, knee pain
Wear in the knee joint that causes pain and stiffness. An unloader brace or insoles can help some people stay active.
Knee osteoarthritis is wear of the cartilage in the knee joint. It causes pain, stiffness and sometimes swelling, and often affects one side of the knee more than the other.
How orthotics can help
- Unloader knee braces shift load away from the worn side of the knee
- Foot orthoses can change how forces pass through the knee
- Supportive footwear and advice
These work best alongside exercise, weight management and your doctor's treatment. See lower limb orthotics.
When to see a doctor
See a doctor for a hot, very swollen knee, a knee that locks or gives way, or pain after an injury.
Not sure whether a device will help? Book an assessment and we will tell you honestly.
Common questions
Many plans cover orthoses under an appliance benefit, often with limits and pre-authorisation. We send a quotation and motivation and help with the claim. See how funding works.
This page is general information, not a diagnosis. If you have sudden, severe or worsening symptoms, see a doctor. Last updated 1 November 2026.
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