Can you a wear knee brace during BCT?

Carter Werkheisee — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 19:51:43 -0500

I recently got injuried and have runners knee which prevented me from shipping out for BCT. I am reapplying for a waiver once cleared by orthopedic doctor. I was given a knee brace and it helps immensely. Will I be able to get a profile going into BCT allowing me to wear the brace? It’ll help prevent me from injuring it again. It can be worn under clothes and isn’t noticeable. I wouldn’t need it during the physical fitness test if it wasn’t allowed

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 27 at 2022 8:35 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 20:35:19 -0500

Have you asked your recruiter this question?

Response by SGM Jeff Mccloud made Jan 27 at 2022 8:53 PM

SGM Jeff Mccloud — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 20:53:54 -0500

no.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 27 at 2022 10:34 PM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 22:34:49 -0500

I would wait and see if your waiver is approved before you start thinking about what you'll need for bct.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 28 at 2022 12:36 AM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 00:36:36 -0500

Talk to your recruiter but my thoughts would be the answer is no. There would be to much liability sending an individual who is injured.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 28 at 2022 1:16 AM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 01:16:07 -0500

Highly...highly doubt it

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 28 at 2022 9:41 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 09:41:33 -0500

Short answer, no... long answer is that if you still need the support of the brace, prior to shipping and then while at BCT; you are most likely not fit for duty. However, if you get cleared and no longer need the brace, have an approved waiver to enter the Army, and later become injured again and the on base doc says you need a brace, one will be provided for you.

Honestly, it makes zero sense to leave for BCT if you are not 100% ready to rock. Even with a waiver for entry, if the problem continues you'd just be discharged and sent home anyway. Just take the time to heal up all the way and then come in. Save yourself the BS down the line.