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WARNING: CAREFULLY READ FITTING INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS PRIOR TO USE. TO ENSURE PROPER PERFORMANCE OF THE BRACE, FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO PROPERLY POSITION
THE BRACE AND FASTEN EACH STRAP WILL COMPROMISE PERFORMANCE AND COMFORT.
WARNING: IF YOU EXPERIENCE INCREASED PAIN, SWELLING, SKIN IRRITATION, OR ANY ADVERSE REACTIONS WHILE USING THIS PRODUCT, IMMEDIATELY CONSULT YOUR MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL.
WARNING: THIS DEVICE WILL NOT PREVENT OR REDUCE ALL INJURIES. PROPER REHABILITATION AND ACTIVITY MODIFICATION ARE ALSO AN ESSENTIAL PART OF A SAFE TREATMENT PROGRAM.
CONSULT YOUR LICENSED HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL REGARDING SAFE AND APPROPRIATE ACTIVITY LEVEL WHILE WEARING THIS DEVICE.
CAUTION:
CARE AND CLEANING OF THIS PRODUCT IS ESSENTIAL TO ITS CONTINUING STRENGTH AND PERFORMANCE. FOLLOW REMOVAL AND CLEANING PROCESS DESCRIBED IN INSTRUCTIONS.
CAUTION:
FOR SINGLE PATIENT USE ONLY.
CAUTION:
THIS BRACE IS INTENDED TO INCREASE SUPPORT AND PROPRIOCEPTION ON A PREVIOUSLY INJURED OR HEALING KNEE.
A:
B:
UNFASTEN BUCKLES
STEP THRU AND POSITION
Release four of the five
Sit with the knee bent at a 30°
straps by depressing the
angle and step through the brace.
Quick Release Buttons on
Position it so that the center of the
the medial frame.
hinges aligns with the top of the
knee cap.
Strap A does not have
a Quick Release Buckle.
Unfasten Strap A.
IMPORTANT: STRAP ORDER
FOLLOW CORRECT STRAP ORDER
The correct strap order is #1, #2, #3, #4, A. All
straps are numbered in numerical order (with
the exception of Strap A which is not labeled).
It is important to apply the brace according
to the numerical order to ensure optimal
protection and fit.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
C:
D:
STRAPS #1 AND #2
Engage Strap #1 by inserting
Engage Strap #3 by inserting the
the Strap Tab into the Quick
Strap Tab into the Quick Release
Release Buckle. To tighten, lift
Buckle. Tightening Strap #3 will
the Strap End and pull until
cause the hinges to be pulled
snug, then refasten.
toward the back of the knee.
When the centers of the hinges
Follow the same steps for
are approximately .5" behind the
Strap #2.
centers of the condyles, refasten
the Strap End.
PRODUCT DIAGRAM
E:
STRAP #3
STRAP #4
Insert Strap #4 into the Quick
Release Buckle. Tighten until the
centers of the hinges align with
the centers of the condyles.
Do not pull beyond midline of
the leg.
CONDYLE PAD
The medial and lateral condyle pads should make full
contact with the knee. In case of a gap or irregular
fitting between the medial or lateral side, use the
extra 5mm or 15mm condyle pads provided to
achieve a perfect fit for both sides (10mm condyle
pads are installed).
INDICATIONS: ACL, ACL/PCL Deficiencies; ACL, ACL/PCL reconstructions;
Collateral ligament deficiencies; Collateral ligament deficiencies with ACL
involvement; MCL and/or LCL sprains; Hyperextension. This product was
designed to complement the variety of medical treatments common to the
above afflictions. The frequency and duration of use should be determined by
your prescribing healthcare professional.
F:
STRAP A
Strap A should only be adjusted
once at initial fitting. Patient
should not need to readjust.
Unfasten hook/loop on Strap A
and tighten strap until snug.
FITTING TIPS
ADJUSTING PAD LENGTH
ADJUSTING STRAP LENGTH
For optimal fit and comfort, ensure
To adjust the length of a strap,
Strap Pads are centered on the leg
depress the Quick Release Button.
when straps are tightened. If a Strap
With the strap laid flat, detach the
Pad is too long, remove the pad from
tail end of the strap. Adjust the
strap and trim excess with scissors.
length as necessary and reattach
the tail end to the strap.
G:
FINAL CHECK
Stand up with the leg in
full extension and check
to ensure the center
of the hinges aligns
with the center of the
patella. Straps should
be retightened during
activities to ensure a
snug fit.
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