M4s OA Knee Brace
by medi
$675.00
Mode of Action:
- Protection, stabilization, pain relief and restoration of mobility.
- Pressure relief of the medial or lateral joint compartment offloading the affected compartment into a varus or valgus position.
- Stabilization of the knee joint by the 4-point principle to counteract knee instability, a cause of osteoarthritis.
- Safeguards against hyperextension and offers limitation of flexion and extension.
Features & Benefits:
- "S" profile improves torsional stability while following the natural alignment of femur and tibia.
- Hinges proximal to knee joint allow precise offloading of the knee.
- Polycentric hinges and an anatomically pre-molded frame. Strong, low-profile and lightweight.
- Numbered straps ensure simple fastening.
- Air/foam condyle pads.
- Excellent comfort with new soft-grip padding.
- Extention limitation at 0,10 degrees.
- Optional ROM limitation at 20, 30, 40 degrees available upon request.
- Allen key included for customized adjustments.
- 100% alumina frame.
Recommended Conditions:
Conservative:
- Moderate to severe medial or osteoarthritis combined with ligament instability.
- Strong overloading of the medial or lateral compartment.
- Unicompartmental relief before HTO (brace test).
- Relief of severe, painful bone edema (bone bruising).
- Relief of painful stress fractures.
Postoperative Conditions:
- Cartilage surgery chondroplasty/meniscus refixation
- Displacement osteotomy with required postoperative relief of the medial or lateral compartment.
Measurement:
Circumference of thigh 6" (15cm) above the center of the patella (measured at the medial side of the thigh)
