M-Brace OA Knee Brace with Range of Motion

Features

• M-Brace OA Knee Brace with Range of Motion has custom-molded for an optimal torsion support
• Straps can be bounded together by a patented, articulated aluminum support that is easily adjusted for flexion and extension
• Support is accessible within a zipped pocket
• Latex free
• Indications:
  - Mild to moderate medial or lateral compartment OA without instability
  - Reduce the load on the lateral compartment by using it on the opposite knee such as the left medial used on a right Knee becomes a right lateral support
  - Used for meniscus and chondral defect procedures

More Information

• Instructions:
  - If your pathology involves the Medial compartment, use a brace marked right for the right leg or marked left for the left leg
  - If your pathology involves the Lateral compartment, use a brace marked right for the left leg or marked left for the right leg
  - Fit directly on the skin with the white label going towards the top of the leg, loosen all the Velcros, following the instructions
  - On the first fitting, it is possible to adjust the straps on the back side of the brace to adapt to size.
  - Start by tightening the semi-rigidstraps. For future fittings you will only need to tighten the Velcros on the frontside of the brace
  - Always tighten the brace from bottom up
  - Insert one or two pads as illustrated depending on your doctor prescription
  - To adjust flexion and extension as per your doctors indications, open the access to lateral hinges and you will find two straps. A red one marked flexion and a grey one marked extension
  - Pull the red flexion strap and attach it to the hook marked with the desired degree
  - Proceed the same way with the grey extension strap
  - It is possible to remove the hinges by opening the zipped compartment,removing the flexion and extension straps from their respective hooks, bending (flexing) the hinge completely and pulling out the hinge as per drawings below.To reassemble, proceed the opposite way.
• Contra-Indications:
  - Following the assumption that the instructions have been followed, and given that this is not an invasive product, there have not been any observed side effects
  - As with any brace, if excessively tight it can cause local discomfort
  - If this happens, loosen the brace and consult your health professional
  - Any modification to this product voids the warranty and exempts us of any responsibility resulting from product damage or bodily injuries
• Care and maintenance:
  - No special maintenance is required
  - Washing this product restores its elasticity
  - Wash at lukewarm temperature
  - Dry at low temperature
  - Do not use bleach
  - Re-attach all Velcros in their position before washing
  - This product is not biodegradable and, therefore, it should be disposed of in the regular trash at the end of its useful life