The #1 custom-made knee brace in the world!
The DonJoy Defiance III knee brace is the most popular custom knee brace in the world. In fact, the Defiance III is worn by many professional athletes including members of the US Ski Team, Shawne Merriman of the San Diego Chargers, and World Champion Big Wave Surfer Garrett McNamara. The Defiance III is the strongest knee brace offered by DonJoy and is recommended for athletes participating in high collision sports, like football, motorcross, or skiing. This brace is ideal for athletes who participate in water sports like surfing, wakeboarding, or kite surfing. People recovering from ACL and other knee ligament surgeries also use this brace on regular basis.
Why do I need a custom knee brace?
Wearing a custom knee brace means maximum support is applied where you need it most. When you order a DonJoy Defiance III knee brace, one of the DonJoy bracing experts will come to your house or office to take your measurements. Then DonJoy will custom manufacture a brace that fits your exact measurements. This perfect fit ensures the components of the brace align perfectly with your body ensuring maximum protection and comfort during movement.
By wearing a brace that is custom manufactured for your knee, you can play your sport with confidence because you know that you’re less likely to re-injure your knee. In fact DonJoy guarantees it! If you rupture your reconstructed ACL while wearing this brace DonJoy will pay $1,000 towards your surgery. You must register at www.donjoy.com/kneeguarantee to be eligible for this guarantee.
The Defiance III knee braces are used to treat or prevent the following injuries
- Moderate to severe ACL or PCL instabilities
- Post ACL or PCL reconstructions
- ACL / PCL combined instabilities (CI)
- MCL / LCL instabilities
- Hyperextension
Product Features…and the benefits you’ll experience!
- Custom Fabricated Based on Your Measurements
The brace is manufactured to your exact measurements, which means the components of the brace align perfectly with your body ensuring maximum protection and comfort during movement.
- Available in 3 Lengths
The DonJoy Defiance is available in 3 lengths: standard, short, and a short calf version for ski boot clearance.
- Four-Points of Leverage Dynamic System
This patented technology was developed to reduce the strain on the ACL by distributing the load placed on the ligament via four points. Click here to learn exactly how the Four-Points of Leverage works.
- LowPro FourcePoint Hinge Technology
Makes you less likely to suffer from an ACL injury because it reduces the amount of time your knee is in an “at risk position”, enhances the Four-Points of Leverage by increasing the posterior load applied by the brace on the tibia, and improves your natural gait by applying progressive resistance before reaching a firm end point during movement.
- Carbon Fiber Frame
This brace is both unbelievably strong and lightweight. You get the protection you need without feeling like you’re being weighed down by your brace.
- Anti-migration Supra Condyle Pad
Your knee brace will stay in place no matter how active you are.
- Swiveling Strap Tabs
These tabs enable the brace to move with you.
- Product Guarantee
This knee brace comes with a lifetime warranty on the frame and hinges, and a 6 month warranty on the soft goods.
Sizing and Measurements
When you order a DonJoy Defiance III knee brace, you get the opportunity to be custom fitted by one of the DonJoy bracing experts. Upon placing your order, we will contact you to schedule an appointment with a representative to take your measurements. Your brace will be delivered approximately one week from the date your measurements are taken.
Instructions for Use…how to put on your DonJoy Defiance III knee brace.
To ensure you are properly applying your brace, click on the Video tab above and watch our Fitting Video.
Insurance Billing Code
HCPCS Code: L1846
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DonJoy Defiance III Custom Knee Brace reviews
1. WOW! The pain is gone as soon as I put them on. When we decided to go to the braces, my doctor told me that many people don’t wear them because of the bulk and visibility. “They aren’t very effective when they sit on the shelf.” I am not finding it difficult to wear them since the inconvenience PALES in comparison to the pain relief when wearing them.”
2. What took me so long to agree to these? If only I knew then what I know now. I want to shout from the rooftop to all those people struggling with the decision to make the financial investment and to commit to the inconvenience. Count me in as a true believer!
My only suggestions for improvement:
Alter the design such that the brace can be removed without removing shoes and pants. Can both the bottom and top be on the same side?
I travel frequently, the braces set off the metal detectors at the airport. Can they be constructed of another material that won’t do that? - Cindy
cellogirl
At first this hurt the inflamed side of my knee that the extra pressure was on. But now in about a week I have no pain at all when I wear it. The DonJoy Defiance is so light that exercise is very easy and it doesn't through me off balance at all. My only complaint is where to find pants that can be worn over it with it sticking out. I finally bought a couple of skirts because this definitely doesn't work under jeans. -
cellogirl
bf
I need my knee replaced, but want to wait till summer because of the length of time off. This brace has made it possible for me to walk, and walk pain free allowing me to have the surgery when I can afford to take the time off. I didn't realize how much I was throwing my hip out until I walked with this brace on. End of story...I can walk again and I have no pain . -
bf
Cj
tore my acl and have been wearing ever since. Provides great knee support and I have more confidence that my knee will not give out. Some discomfort from the straps and material touching the skin on the inside of the brace, but no other complaints. -
Cj
willie
I wear two of them and they help greatly, won't be caught without them -
willie
LaLa
I am a gymnast and I tore my ACL and both meniscus on my left leg. 2 weeks after surgery i got the brace and it has been amazing! the support i got from the brace was incredible! the straps are a bit uncomfortable, but if you get the under-sleeve for it, it makes it alot more enjoyable to wear. Its been 7 months since the surgery, i am back to tumbling with the brace and i never think twice about doing a skill when i have the brace on. I love it!! -
LaLa
Bill
I have struggled with knee pain and weakness since I was run over by a potato combine about 40 years ago. It finally got to a point where I needed some help. I thought that I would need to have a knee replacement surgery but I was a little afraid because I have heard some good and some bad things about that type of surgery. I wear the brace every other day now and it is amazing how good my knee feels. I did not have the surgery, at least not yet, I will put it off as long as I can. However, using the brace I can run, walk, exercise and do just about anything I want to try to do. I have not felt that weakness in my knee since I started wearing the brace. If I find that my knee hurts for whatever reason I put on the brace and the pain is gone almost instantly. The day I got the brace my wife and I went for a 2 mile walk. It was so nice to be able to walk with my lovely wife in the open air and not have pain for several days afterward. The DonJoy brace has been such a blessing in my life. At first the pressure on inside of my knee was annoying but the pain relief far outweighed the annoyance. The inner sleeve is a great option, I used it all the time at first but I don’t need to use it now. This is an awesome product thank you so much for your help. -
Bill
jamar
tore my acl and put a crack in my tibia around april/march, had reconstructive surgery that july. After sitting out a whole six to seven months I "graduated" from therapy and recieved a defiance brace thanks to insurance;) now im still able to snowboard and even skate with a puck without worrying. long story short, get this brace to keep your knee stable. -
jamar
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