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Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes returns to the practice field with a brace on his surgically repaired knee after tearing his ACL on December 14. He says the brace lets him move and be himself, and there’s no fixed plan for how long he’ll wear it; he’ll start with it and may continue or remove it based on how he feels, and he’s medically cleared to play without it if needed.
Lindsey Vonn disclosed a complete ACL tear from a crash and still plans to race in the Olympics with a knee brace, but doctors warned that braces can’t replicate the ACL’s stabilizing role—especially in high-speed, high-precision downhill skiing—and there is a real risk of further knee injury amid additional bone bruising and possible meniscal damage. The decision hinges on shared risk assessment between athlete and medical team, and Vonn says she won’t know her readiness until she skis.
A recent study highlights that knee braces, hydrotherapy, and exercise are among the most effective non-drug treatments for knee osteoarthritis, with braces providing significant symptom relief, though patient compliance can be challenging. Staying active and maintaining a healthy weight are emphasized as the best long-term strategies for managing symptoms and slowing disease progression.