Optec Gladiator ACL MAX Knee Brace

Features of Optec ACL MAX Knee Brace

• Reliable support for moderate to high activity level patients
• Provides stabilization for patients diagnosed with moderate to severe ACL ligament issues
• PDAC APPROVED L1845 and L1851
• Weight: 1 lb 10 oz
• Size: Small - X-Large

What to buy with Gladiator ACL MAX Knee Support

• Biofreeze Professional Pain Relieving Roll-On
• Comfy BootVasyli Custom Blue Full Length Medium Density Insoles
• Bort Osgood-Schlatter Patella Support

When to use Gladiator ACL Max Knee Brace?

• ACL/ PCL Injury
• Complex Instability (MCL/ LCL)
• Post-Operative Application
• Menisci

Fitting Instructions of Optec ACL Knee Brace

• Sit on the edge of a chair, the brace is put on the knee with the +/- 75º of flexion. Position the joint so that the center of the hinges are one inch above the joint line. Make sure that the brace is not twisted on the knee.
• First, fasten the bottom calf strap, then the upper thigh strap.
• Secure the upper calf strap which is well placed above the belly of the calf muscle for a good suspension. Then the tibial strap.
• Now tighten the back thigh strap, then the front lower thigh strap.
• When all strapping is complete, the hinge should center just above the top of the knee cap and one inch above the joint line.
• Open the plastic hinge cover, select a desired degree of extension (0º, 15º, 30º, 45º, 60º) or flexion (0º,15º, 30º, 45º, 60º, 90º, 120º) The dial-in pins are easily detached or inserted. Both medial and lateral pins must be identical in degree.

How to clean Optec ACL MAX Knee Brace?

Knee Brace can be hand washed in cold or lukewarm water with mild soap or detergent and air-dried.

Warnings

• Should there be any rash developed, discontinue use and seek medical advise.
• This support should be snug but not impair circulation.
• Consult your doctor for any persistant problems.
• Settings of flexion/extension controls should be undertaken by medical professionals only.

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