DonJoy Legend Knee Brace

For the most severe instability, or for high-performance athletes, the only knee brace you need is the DonJoy Legend. This brace is designed to provide stability for severe ACL, PCL, MCL, and LCL instabilities. We have tested braces from most major manufacturers and we are convinced that this one is superior. DonJoy provides the absolute best quality braces and is the brand that most surgeons prescribe and most professional teams use. This has been scientifically proven! Beware of other brace companies/manufacturers/retailers that make claims about what their braces can do without the data to back it up.

The Legend has the following features:

  • Strong: Unparalleled strength for high performance athletes in contact sports or high energy sports, such a motocross.
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    Low Profile: Since the brace contours your leg so closely, it will not slow you down as much as other, more bulky braces. The Legend is definitely built for speed and agility.
  • Water-resistant: The Legend has a non-chip outer covering making it safe for salt and fresh water sports activities.
  • Removable liner: For supreme comfort (if your brace isn't comfortable, you're not going to wear it!).
  • Condyle pads: Provides further comfort and achieves a better fit.
  • Built for athletes: This brace is specifically designed for athletes and the sports in which they participate. It is lightweight and form-fitting to allow you greatest speed and agility. It is very strong and therefore useful for any contact sport. From the weekend warrior to the high performance professional athlete, this brace is perfect for anyone who participates in sports.
  • Fit: Because the Legend comes in many sizes, and is also sized left or right, you will note an exceptional fit, which will prove the brace to be very comfortable and will minimize brace shifting during activity.
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Frequently asked questions about the Legend:

  • What is the difference between this and a custom ACL brace such as the DonJoy Defiance?
    The short answer is, about $600. We have not found any significant difference in performance or comfort between the Legend and any custom brace. We have found custom braces to be very expensive. They are probably only necessary if you have a very unusual leg shape (such as very large thigh above the knee, and skinny leg below the knee).

  • Which sports can this brace be used in?
    We have found this brace is excellent for virtually any sport where you need stability and comfort in addition to joint protection. These include:

  • Football
  • Soccer
  • Volleyball
  • Tennis
  • Basketball
  • Motocross
  • Baseball
  • Martial arts
  • Water-skiing
  • Skiing/snowboarding

  • I just had an ACL reconstruction. Is this a "functional brace" that I should get for when I return to sports?
    Yes! Different surgeons have different feelings about brace wear after ACL reconstruction (i.e. some recommend them, some do not find them necessary). So, if you have questions, check with your surgeon. However, if you surgeon does recommend a brace (most do), then this is the perfect brace for return to high level sports. If you are only going to get back to low level sports (non-contact, etc), then you could probably do well with a smaller brace, such as the Drytex Hinged Knee.

  • I can't decide between the Legend and the Playmaker. What are the differences?
    Both are great for contact sports. However, the Legend is less bulky and is cooler; so if you play a lot of summer sports, then the Legend is probably better for you. Because the Legend is lightweight and streamlined, it will slow you down less than any other type of knee brace. The Legend is also designed to control more severe instabilities than the Playmaker. All that being said and true, the Playmaker IS an excellent brace, and is also lower in price than the Legend.

  • What is the difference between the 3 types of Legend braces? There are 3 versions of the Legend (SE-4pt, as it is now called): the ACL, PCL, and CI (combined instabilities). Basically they are designed to treat isolated ACL tears, isolated PCL tears, or tears of both the ACL and PCL. We currently stock the CI brace because it provides you with the absolute best protection you can get for your knee, with this brace. Having been in the business long enough, we can tell you that hundreds of our customers have asked: "Why would I only protect one ligament, when I could protect two for the same price??" We agree. If, however, you would like the ACL or PCL version, please email us at: customerservice@jointhealing.com and we can have one shipped to you direct from the manufacturer at the same price listed below.


  • Do you sell accessories or replacement pads for the Legend? Absolutely! Please see our Legend Accessories page for more information. We carry replacement pads, liners, and also stock hard patella cups to protect the kneecap for such sports as motocross.

  • I'm looking for a custom brace or other brand of knee brace. Please see our Brace Equivalency Guide for more details about which braces are similar in function and style to the Legend.
Please see our Knee Brace Sizing Guide for size information.

Availability: Usually in stock, ships in 1-2 business days.


LegendRegular price: $349.00Sale price: $309.50Size: 

Click to enlargeDonJoy eXtreme Impact GuardThe DonJoy eXtreme Impact Guard is designed to protect the knee and shin against blunt blows and direct impact, such as flying debris. It fits any DonJoy eXtreme or Legend brace and affords state-of-the-art protection, especially for sports such as motocross. The guard also covers the hinges, which prevent tearing of uniforms. The combination of the DonJoy eXtreme and Extreme Impact Guard is the armour you need for highly aggressive sports performance. Please select the same size guard as the brace you purchase (fits right/left).

Availability: Usually ships within 1-2 business days.

extremeguard$79.00Size: 

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