Provide gentle warmth, improve blood flow, and reduce mild swelling. Best for general achiness, arthritis, or minor sports strains.Patellar Straps: Apply targeted pressure just below the kneecap. Ideal for runner’s knee (patellofemoral pain) or jumper’s knee (patellar tendinitis).Hinged Braces: Feature metal or plastic side supports that restrict side-to-side movement. Best for ligament tears (like ACL/MCL injuries) and general knee instability.