A brace for playing football

These include: knee pads, elbow pads, leg pads, ankle pads, wrist pads, waist pads, slip-on tights, and tight tops.

In general, leg pads are a must, and due to the highly competitive nature of football, it is not uncommon for players to be kicked in the shins. The physics of a shin guard is to protect the player by dispersing and cushioning the pressure and momentum applied to the calf. Leg pads are generally rigid plates that distribute the force exerted by the other leg and shoe. In addition, the space between the leg pads and the leg pads acts as a cushion, as does the skin between the leg bones and the leg pads to prevent fractures.