Sports braces & supports for injury & recovery

Q: Can I choose a brace without seeing a physio or GP?

For new injuries, significant pain, obvious swelling or instability, you should always see a GP, physiotherapist or sports doctor first. They can check for serious injury, confirm your diagnosis and advise whether a brace is appropriate, what level of support you need and how long you should use it.

Q: Will a brace fix my injury on its own?

No. A brace can help support a joint, manage symptoms and provide confidence, but it does not replace proper rehab, strength training and medical care. A brace may be one part of a broader plan that includes exercises, load management and sometimes imaging or further treatment.

Q: Can I wear a brace all day?

This depends on the injury and advice from your health professional. Some braces are only meant to be worn during sport or higher-risk activities, while others may be used for longer periods early in recovery. Your clinician will guide how many hours per day is appropriate and how to gradually reduce use over time.

Q: Can sports braces and supports be funded through the NDIS or My Aged Care?

Some braces and supports may be funded as assistive technology when they are recommended in a support plan. Eligibility depends on your plan and clinical recommendations.

Q: Is it safe to play sport while wearing a brace?

Sometimes yes, sometimes no. In some cases braces are recommended to help you return to sport more safely, while in other cases you may be advised to avoid sport for a period of time. Your GP, sports doctor or physiotherapist should advise based on your injury, strength and stability.

Sports braces & supports

Sports braces and supports are designed to help manage joint stability, soft tissue strains and mild sprains when used under the guidance of a health professional. They can provide compression, support and reassurance during sport, work or rehab programs.

At Statewide Home Health Care, our sports bracing range may include knee braces, ankle supports, wrist and thumb braces, elbow and shoulder supports, back braces and groin or thigh supports. These products are often used alongside treatment from a physiotherapist, sports doctor, GP or other allied health professional, as part of a full injury management or prevention plan.

Disclaimer

Always consult your GP, physiotherapist, sports doctor or other allied health professional for personalised advice before using sports braces or supports, especially if you have a new injury, significant pain, instability or a known medical condition. Braces should not replace proper diagnosis, rehab exercises or medical treatment.

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about sports braces and supports

? Who are sports braces and supports designed for?

Sports braces and supports are designed for people who have been advised by a health professional to use extra support for joints or soft tissues. This may include people recovering from sprains and strains, people with mild instability or ligament injuries, and active people managing long-term joint conditions while they continue sport or exercise.

? Can I choose a brace without seeing a physio or GP?

For new injuries, significant pain, obvious swelling, or instability, you should always see a GP, physiotherapist, or sports doctor first. They can check for serious injury, confirm your diagnosis, and advise whether a brace is appropriate, what level of support you need, and how long you should use it.

? What types of sports braces and supports do you stock?

Our range may include knee braces (from light compression sleeves to more structured supports), ankle braces and stirrups, wrist and thumb supports, elbow braces, shoulder supports, back braces, and thigh or groin wraps. These can be used for sport, work, and everyday activities when recommended. For more detailed product information and brand catalogues, you can review our resources here.

? Will a brace fix my injury on its own?

No. A brace can help support a joint, manage symptoms, and improve confidence, but it does not replace proper rehab, strength training, and medical care. Your health professional may recommend a brace as one part of a broader plan that includes exercises, load management, and sometimes imaging or further treatment.

? How tight should a sports brace be?

A brace should feel snug and supportive, but not painful, numb, or tingly. You should not see deep marks, skin colour changes, or swelling above or below the brace. Your physiotherapist or GP can show you how to fit the brace and check the right level of compression for your body and condition.

? Can I wear a brace all day?

This depends on your injury and the advice from your health professional. Some braces are only meant to be worn during sport or higher-risk activities, while others may be used for longer periods early in recovery. Your clinician will guide how many hours per day is appropriate and how to gradually reduce use over time.

? Can sports braces and supports be funded through the NDIS or My Aged Care?

Some braces and supports may be funded as Assistive Technology when they are recommended in a support plan. NDIS participants can read more here: NDIS Assistive Technology explained. People using My Aged Care can read more here: My Aged Care Assistive Technology and home modifications. Your planner, support coordinator, or aged care provider can confirm whether specific items may be funded based on your plan and clinical recommendations.

? Can I hire sports braces, or are they purchase only?

Most sports braces and supports are personal items and are supplied for purchase rather than hire. If you also need other short-term equipment, such as crutches, walkers, or knee walkers during your recovery, we offer a wide range of products for hire via hire.shhc.com.au. Your health professional can help you decide which extra items are best purchased and which may be suitable to hire.

? How do I choose the right size and style of brace?

Sizing depends on the body part being supported and is usually based on measurements such as joint circumference, limb length, or clothing size. The style of brace (for example, a sleeve, strap, hinged brace, or wraparound) depends on your injury and what your health professional has recommended. Our team can help you read sizing charts and compare options, and you can also find more technical information in our product catalogues.

? Is it safe to play sport while wearing a brace?

Sometimes yes, sometimes no. In some cases, braces are specifically recommended to help you return to sport more safely, while in other cases you may be advised to avoid sport for a period of time. Your GP, sports doctor, or physiotherapist should make this call based on your injury, strength, and stability.

? Do you deliver sports braces and supports across Melbourne and Australia?

Yes. From our Bentleigh showroom in Melbourne, we supply sports braces and supports across metropolitan Melbourne, including the Mornington Peninsula and Bellarine Peninsula, with shipping available to many locations Australia wide. If you are unsure about product choice, sizing, or delivery, our team can help. Please contact us here.

? Where can my therapist or GP find more information about your sports bracing range?

Therapists and GPs can contact our team for product specifications, sizing information, and quotes, or review our broader sports medicine and support catalogues here: shhc product catalogues. For personalised support with selecting sports braces and supports as part of an injury or performance plan, you or your clinician can also get in touch via our contact page.

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about sports braces and supports