Orthopedic Knee Brace
Types of Orthopedic Knee Braces
Prophylactic Braces:
- Designed to prevent knee injuries during contact sports, such as football or rugby.
- Provide extra support to the knee ligaments without restricting movement.
Functional Braces
- Typically used after a knee injury, such as a torn ligament (e.g., ACL, MCL).
- Help stabilize the knee by limiting excessive movement and preventing further damage.
- Often used during rehabilitation and physical therapy.
Rehabilitative Braces
- Used after surgery or a significant knee injury to immobilize the knee and limit movement while it heals.
- Usually feature adjustable hinges to control the range of motion gradually as the knee recovers.
Unloader or Offloader Braces
- Primarily used for individuals with knee osteoarthritis.
- Designed to reduce pressure on the affected part of the knee joint by redistributing weight to the healthy areas.
- Can help alleviate pain and improve function during daily activities.
Patellofemoral Braces
- Designed to help stabilize the kneecap (patella) and reduce pain associated with conditions like patellar tracking disorder or patellar tendonitis.
- Often include a patella cutout to guide the kneecap into proper alignment.
Benefits of Using an Orthopedic Knee Brace
- Pain Relief: Helps manage pain by providing support and reducing stress on the knee joint.
- Improved Stability: Offers support for weakened or injured knee structures, allowing for safer movement.
- Protection: Reduces the risk of further injury during physical activity or rehabilitation.
- Enhanced Mobility: Helps restore a more natural range of motion and function in the knee, making it easier to walk, run, or participate in sports.
Indications for Use
- Ligament Injuries: Such as ACL, PCL, MCL, or LCL tears or sprains.
- Arthritis: Knee braces can help manage pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.
- Post-Surgical Recovery: To stabilize the knee and protect healing tissues after procedures like ACL reconstruction or meniscus repair.
- Patellar Instability: Conditions like patellar subluxation, dislocation, or tracking disorders.
- General Knee Pain: For conditions such as bursitis, tendinitis, or cartilage damage.
Considerations When Choosing a Knee Brace
- Type of Injury or Condition: Select a brace appropriate for the specific knee problem (e.g., ligament support, patella alignment).
- Level of Support Needed: Braces range from mild compression sleeves to rigid braces with metal hinges for maximum support.
- Proper Fit: Ensuring the brace fits correctly is crucial for comfort and effectiveness. Consult a healthcare professional for a fitting if necessary.
- Comfort and Material: Choose a brace made from breathable, lightweight materials to prevent skin irritation and allow for longer wear.
Tips for Using an Orthopedic Knee Brace
- Follow Medical Advice: Wear the brace as recommended by a doctor or physical therapist.
- Adjust as Needed: Ensure the brace is not too tight or too loose for optimal support and comfort.
- Regular Cleaning: Keep the brace clean to maintain hygiene and prevent skin irritation.
- Complement with Exercise: Combine brace use with strengthening and stretching exercises to promote knee recovery and overall joint health.
Orthopedic knee braces are valuable tools for managing knee conditions, helping to reduce pain, support healing, and enable an active lifestyle.
Ergoactive Knee Brace G1 KPA Post Op
The Ergoactives ErgoBrace is an adjustable, telescopic, over-motion post-op knee brace, designed to protect the knee joint and skin, using the most comfortable, lightweight materials while still providing superior support and adaptability
MADE OF LATEX-FREE ERGONOMIC MEDICAL GRADE MATERIALS
The ErgoBrace knee brace is made up of latex free medical grade materials. It has a special design aimed to protect the knee joint and the skin. It has a soft ergonomic plastic covering all of the metal parts of the brace close to the skin in order to avoid rashes or discomfort.
ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL Universal Fit Adjustable
The ErgoBrace knee brace is a universal fit brace. It has multiple predetermined adjustment levels for adults of all sizes. The brace was designed to provide superior support and adjustability thanks to its unique height adjustable slider technology.
Hinged Immobilizer Technology for ACL, MCL, PCL Injuries
The ErgoBrace knee brace has a hinged immobilizer technology and range of motion limiter as well as over motion adjustability and lock up to 120 degrees. The user’s brace can be customized for all types of injuries and locked to any degree of motion. Just adjust the range of motion limiter to your desired position and it locks with the push of a button, staying in that position until unlocked by the user/medical practitioner by releasing the lock button.
Velcro straps, Long Lasting Breathable Comfort Pads, High Quality Plastic Buckles
The ErgoBrace knee brace contains multiple Velcro straps that allow the user to tighten the brace once positioned in the desired setting. The brace has breathable comfort pads that allow air to flow and do not retain sweat. It also has high quality plastic buckles to ensure that the velcro staps and the overall brace is in the correct position once placed in the user’s knee.
Washable and Reusable Materials
The ErgoBrace knee brace is made up of medical grade materials that are washable and reusable. In case of long term use, the user can wash the brace and make it look brand new as all materials are washable and reusable.
HIGHLIGHTS
SPECIFICATIONS
Height Range Above Hinge (Center): 9.50" - 12.5"
Height Range Below Hinge (Center): 9.50" - 12.5"
Circumference Range Above Hinge: 8.00" - 36.0"
Circumference Range Below Hinge: 8.00" - 22.0"
Range of Motion (ROM): 0º - 120º
Unit Weight: 2.20 lb
WARRANTY
RETURN POLICY
This product is non-returnable. It is considered a single-use patient item. Refer to Ergoactives’ Return Policy for further details.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
CUSTOMS
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