Sports Supports and Braces

Are you suffering from ligament trouble in your knees? Why not save over £50 and treat yourself to a Donjoy Playmaker II Knee Brace? The Playmaker II offers professional protection ideal for skiing and other sports.

If you suffer from arthritis in your knees, you aren't alone. It's estimated that over 10 million people in UK currently suffer from arthritis, leading to all sorts of over-the-counter and holistic approaches that countless people swear by, with limited results. At Health and Care, we believe in treating the problem at the source, which is why we recommend the use of a Arthritis Knee Brace or Arthritis Knee Support to treat your condition. Read on to learn more!

Whether done competitively or leisurely, both skiing and skating can be greatly rewarding activities. However, no matter how much fun you're having on the slopes or in the rink, if your ski boots or roller blades are causing you pain or discomfort then it can severely ruin your enjoyment of the exercise. Thankfully, we've put together this concise guide explaining How to Make Ski Boots and Skates More Comfortable!

Gareth Southgate dislocated his shoulder on Wednesday afternoon while out running on England's day off. Don't worry, it wasn't serious and he'll still be on the sidelines on Sunday afternoon against Panama, but after a short trip to hospital he was photographed wearing a protective sling. The sling in question was the Donjoy UltraSling III Shoulder Immobiliser Sling, which uses a de-rotation strap to prevent movement of the arm, something much needed after his air-punching celebration against Tunisia!

Sustaining a knee joint injury accounts for about a third of all skiing injuries and these can prevent you from getting back on the slopes for weeks or even months on end. As such, it's better to be prepared before you ski so you can avoid the injury altogether. Read on to find out which knee supports we feel are the best for avoiding and recovering from ski injuries.