Knee pads

I have an old knee injury from childhood which has left a lump on my knee just below my kneecap. It's fine and no problems since but since starting BJJ I've noticed it's a bit swollen and a bit painful/stiff. I think this is from dropping down on the knee and the lump essentially being a bit of a pressure point. Anyone wear knee pads, is it the done thing? If so, can you recommend any slim ones with a bit of padding just below the kneecap? I don't want anything too bulky.

 

Find yourself some neoprene knee brace that has a hole in the middle. The hole is for the patella and has a ring of extra cushioning around it.

 

i've used cliff keen reversible lycra kneepads and shock wave elastic cloth kneepads. both worked fine for me and seemingly had padding where you want.

 

Cool thanks guys. I'll look 'em up.

 

I use Trace pads - very tough and durable

http://www.highspots.com/p/1457.html

 

Cheers. Do they have much padding below the knee?

 

Volleyball pads are pretty good. There well padded, cheap, and you can buy slim fit ones too.

 

Cool! Found out tonight that I'm dropping on my knee a bit heavily due to technique (or lack of) so I've got something to work on there too but pads will definitely help.

 

I have 2 sets of Brute Torque Knee Pads and don't do BJJ without them. Had a meniscus tear and surgery a few years back and no problems. $15 a piece on Amazon.