# Stylish Jogging Braces The Opedix Knee Support System Protects Against Runner's Knee By Meghan Young | Published 2010-04-06 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opedix-knee-support-system References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2010/04/06/runners-knees-be-gone-opedix-tights-review/) & [opedix](http://www.opedix.com/) If I knew something like the Opedix Knee Support System existed, I would have purchased it a long time ago. Instead, I'm using a half-fast wrap that really offers no protection for my already injured knee. This state of the art sportswear does, however. Clinically proven to reduce wear and tear on knees, the Opedix Knee Support System is essentially a [knee brace](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trainers-choice). With its [stylish, stretchy material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microload-gtights), it provides [four-way compression](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grace-able) that keeps everything in place while also helping normal swelling. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sportswear Knee Support:** Combining style and functionality in knee support sportswear to reduce wear and tear on knees. - **Compression Technology:** Applying four-way compression technology in sportswear to enhance performance while protecting the joints. - **Medical-grade Athleticwear:** Blending medical-grade materials and fashionable design to create athleticwear that provides superior protection and support. ### Where This Applies - **Sportswear Industry:** Sportswear manufacturing companies can benefit by leveraging medical-grade materials and compression technology to create innovative products. - **Healthcare Industry:** Using compression technology to aid in injury prevention and and post-injury rehabilitation among athletes. - **Fashion Industry:** Incorporating medical-grade materials and innovative technology in fashion design and creating high-tech athleticwear that is both fashionable and functional. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Flexible Knee Braces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evs-sports.md) - [Advanced Knee Joint Exoskeletons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knee-joint-exoskeleton.md) - [Sustainable Sports Braces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sports-brace.md) - [Knee Pain Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motive-knee.md) - [Knee Pain Wearable Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kneeflow.md) - [Laser-Powered Knee Pain Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knee-plus.md) - [Knee-Strengthening Training Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therascoop-lateral-trainer.md) - [Adjustable Fracture Braces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bracesys-kevlar.md) - [Athlete-Approved Innovative Ankle Braces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-ankle-brace.md)