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Why Bauerfeind

Bauerfeind: Premium materials. Superior performance.

Bauerfeind is one of the world's leading manufacturers of orthopedic products. Premium Brand in Orthoses, Compression Socks, Insoles, Footwear and Measurement Technologies.

Bauerfeind is a German company with more than 80 years of experience in sports medicine, orthopedics, rehabilitation and compressive therapy; being considered a premium brand worldwide because of the superior quality and innovative technology used in its products and the way it contributes significantly to its products and treatment concepts to maintain and restore health with a view to improving quality of life.

Bauerfeind® solutions are manufactured through direct collaboration between physicians, scientists and specialists, whose result translates into high technology products, equipment, quality and reliability, giving rise to patented and bestowed solutions with multiple awards.

Move freely

Bauerfeind products are made of soft woven knit material so they’re breathable. The anatomical fit feels like a natural extension of the body for flexible stability that won’t interfere with your movements.

Our braces deliver just the right amount of compression via our proprietary soft knit fabric. Our supports provide a therapeutic massage that stimulates circulation and muscle recovery.

Live an active life

Whether it is your ankles, knees, back, elbows, wrists, hands or shoulders that hurt, Bauerfeind helps:

  • Reduce pain and swelling
  • Provide support and stability where you need it
  • Aide the healing process
  • Restore function and motion

Feel the rejuvenating relief from aches and pains and see how our German engineering makes Bauerfeind braces and supports feel and perform better than other products on the market.

Bauerfeind® Innovation Center

Pushing performance to the limits

The Bauerfeind Innovation Center is where the best minds in sports, medicine, physical therapy and science collaborate to continuously enhance braces and supports.

With unique insights and unconventional thinking, we find new, different and better ways to relieve pain, provide stability and restore motion. Through an ongoing cycle of research, exploration, and product line development, ideas that begin as a discovery in our labs become the standard for helping people live fulfilling, active lives at any age.


Move freely

Bauerfeind products are made of soft woven knit material so they’re breathable. The anatomical fit feels like a natural extension of the body for flexible stability that won’t interfere with your movements.

Precise fit technology

Our innovators use advanced technology and the science behind our products:

  • Anatomical fit. Conforms to your body, for physiologically correct support
  • Body contoured. Doesn’t restrict your movement or cause discomfort
  • Two-way stretch. Greater muscle stability
  • Proper support. Improves circulation and reduces pain and inflammation
  • Large selection of sizes. Specially designed to accommodate most body types


Proprietary materials

Our knit material is one-of-a-kind. The fabric is comfortable, durable and machine-washable – unlike neoprene and other materials. Our products are designed for extreme comfort when worn for long periods of activity: you can exercise, work and play in our braces and supports.

Why is our revolutionary knit material better than neoprene and other fabrics?

Whether it is your ankles, knees, back, elbows, wrists, hands or shoulders that hurt, Bauerfeind helps:

  • Breathability. Air easily flows through to eliminate heat buildup for a cooling effect.
  • Skin friendly. Bauerfeind knit is hypoallergenic, so it won’t irritate the skin.
  • Comfortable fit. No bunching, pinching, slipping, rolling or constricting.
  • Anti-odor. Draws moisture away from the skin to reduce perspiration.
  • Machine washable. Use the gentle cycle with cold water and air-dry it – it’s durable and long-lasting.
  • Simple. Easy to put on and take off.

Committed to giving athletes the best chance to succeed

Pushing athletic performance to the limits


Helping top athletes perform their best

Bauerfeind® products set the standard for the global athletic community. World- class athletes in nearly every professional sport around the world depend on Bauerfeind braces and supports to help them perform at their peak every day.


Professional sports

Our sports medicine doctors, physical therapists and sports trainers ensure our braces and supports are professional quality and meet the high standards required by world class competitors. Pro athletes in sports from football and basketball to hockey and volleyball use Bauerfeind braces and supports. In fact most professional basketball teams use Bauerfeind products.


Olympic support

Since 2002, Bauerfeind has been present at the Summer and Winter Olympic Games with a service team on hand for the athletes from all participating nations.