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[PT] Do I need a knee brace with side stabilizers if I only play pickleball recreationally?
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Yes. Pickleball involves frequent lateral movements and lunges at the net, which place repeated sideways stress on the knees. A basic thin knee sleeve mainly provides warmth and light compression, while a brace with side stabilizers offers additional support and helps reduce strain on the ligaments, potentially lowering the risk of chronic knee soreness over time.
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